What's Going On? The Curb Effect of Gender-Neutral Toilets
I chose the title for this article from the song by the 4 Non-Blondes as I sit to write a new essay about toilets, washrooms, or...
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Cynthia Fortlage
- 5 days ago
- 3 min
A lesson that Transcends Dance
How learning to dance changed me. . . I have always loved to dance; one of my earliest memories from about two years old that I verified...
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Cynthia Fortlage
- Sep 18
- 3 min
365 Day Action Plan for Allies
Marginalised communities live with their marginalisation 365 days a year. Being an ally for a group requires you to take action every...
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Cynthia Fortlage
- Sep 11
- 1 min
Creating Hope Through Action: A World Without Suicide
World Suicide Prevention Day is observed on September 10 every year. It was first celebrated in 2003, and is organized by the...
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Cynthia Fortlage
- Sep 11
- 3 min
Breaking the Taboo: More than Healthcare
Let's talk about menopause, period poverty, and menstrual cycles! . . Surprised you, didn't I? I could have also said bodily autonomy,...
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Cynthia Fortlage
- Sep 4
- 2 min
How is your men’s erg doing?
Do you have a men’s ERG group? . . This is one of my conversation starters these days as I explore all aspects of gender beyond women &...
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Cynthia Fortlage
- Aug 28
- 2 min
Having Difficult Gender Diversity Conversations
Life and business are filled with decisions, trade off's and finding the middle ground in difficult discussions. We would refer to this...
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Cynthia Fortlage
- Aug 27
- 3 min
Confronting Sexism and Misogyny: Reflections on the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup Kiss Incident
I write this post as a gender diversity expert with a deep passion for all genders, with an added focus on my own lived experiences as a...
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Cynthia Fortlage
- Aug 25
- 3 min
Navigating the Challenges of Trans Women in Women's Bathrooms: Embracing Understanding and Safety
Hey there, folks! Today, I want to dive into a topic that has been buzzing recently: addressing the challenges associated with...
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Cynthia Fortlage
- Aug 21
- 3 min
Perspective on Menopause
Over the weekend, I caught up on some news outside my industry through a handful of glossy, high-end magazines. It’s not my usual kind of...
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Cynthia Fortlage
- Aug 21
- 4 min
The Impact of Coming Out on Mental Health
The impact of coming out on mental health is a topic worth exploring, as seen in https://www.cynthiafortlage.com/post/the-importance-of-b...
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Cynthia Fortlage
- Aug 14
- 3 min
Lack of CPR due to Breasts
The so-called Womanikin is an attachment for flat-chested CPR dummies that aims to change the finding that women are 27% less likely than...
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Cynthia Fortlage
- Aug 13
- 2 min
Why I Advocate For Women
How can I possibly understand women's issues? . . This is the question I've been asked more than once so for those who may be wondering...
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Cynthia Fortlage
- Aug 7
- 3 min
Intentional Culture Can Minimise Corporate Risk
I am not a lawyer, nor do I play one on TV, so please seek legal advice from a specialist! While researching the development of what...
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Cynthia Fortlage
- Jul 31
- 1 min
7 Observations about the Patriarchy from the Barbie Movie
I saw the Barbie movie yesterday evening, I did love it, but I also found many truths about the patriarchy in it. I should know I am One...
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Cynthia Fortlage
- Jul 24
- 3 min
Challenging Yourself and Finding Power in Acceptance
From enduring the challenges of relocating to a different country at a young age due to the troubles in Northern Ireland to embracing...
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Cynthia Fortlage
- Jul 17
- 4 min
The Difference Between Fear and Acceptance: How Straight and Transgender Women Find Safety
I've been talking to cisgender, straight women about why they choose queer clubs for their hen do's or stagettes, and it got me thinking...
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Cynthia Fortlage
- Jul 10
- 3 min
The Power of Involving Men in Feminism: Why Their Role is Crucial
The importance of engaging men in the feminist movement cannot be overstated. Their involvement is crucial in advancing the cause of...
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Cynthia Fortlage
- Jul 3
- 3 min
Guide to Respectful Communication in Today's Conversations: Using Language with Care.
I am thinking about the words of oppression that aggressors use incorrectly and what are the right words. What do the terms...
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Cynthia Fortlage
- Jul 1
- 2 min
The Climate Crisis, the LGBTQ+ Community, and Women's Rights
In response to an opinion piece in the Guardian https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2023/jun/30/pride-target-just-stop-oil-common-e...
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