‘Love Be the Way’ is an anthem for activism birthed by Oompa and Walter Alice Sickert
Oompa and Walter Alice Sickert, of Walter Sickert & The Army of Broken Toys, have penned a full-fledged battle cry in “Love Be the Way,” part of a compilation of tracks inspired by “And She Could be Next,” a PBS documentary on rising women of color in politics.
We stood on their shoulders. As balance shifts, we wonder if they are strong enough for us now
If the courts are no longer protective places to go seeking justice, as they were in the time of Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Constance Baker Motley, where do we go?
Women can make health care a right in U.S.; Reform expert will state case online Sept. 14
With 28 million Americans uninsured, and millions more who can’t afford their coverage, an event next week asks: Can we, as a nation, do better?
YWCA Cambridge over the decade
Since 1891, the YWCA Cambridge has been paving the way toward eliminating racism and empowering women. As we move into the next decade, it is only proper to provide an overview of the successes and triumphs over the past decade.
Law acknowledging polyamorous relationships takes step forward, two councillors holding back
Cambridge took a step toward formally recognizing polyamorous relationships on Monday, advancing legislation in the City Council that would give domestic partnerships with more than two people the same legal benefits that married couples have.
Exploring city employees’ race, gender and pay? There’s a tool for it, but it might not fix inequity
Numbers on a color-coded interactive website maintained by Cambridge city government show obvious racial and ethnic disparities in pay and job category in the city’s workforce. Three years after its creation, it’s reportedly being used by city employees and a consultant presenting in October.
Black trans march, not Boston Pride parade: LGBTQ+ remains lacking in intersectionality
Boston Pride just included two programs aimed at LGBTQ people of color – Black Pride and Latinx Pride. But more must be done. These communities will not hold their breath, though, especially the black trans community.
Covid-19 has trapped many in abusive homes; Here are ways you can help, wherever you are
For people whose homes can be more dangerous than the outdoors – those facing domestic abuse – the pandemic has meant living in fear both inside and outside.
Women can make health care a right in U.S., reform expert will argue at June 8 event (updated)
With 28 million Americans uninsured, and millions more who can’t afford their coverage, an event next week asks: Can we, as a nation, do better?
Lower pay, retaliation, dangerous conditions claimed in DPW sex discrimination complaint
A sex discrimination complaint has been filed against the City of Cambridge, alleging that a Department of Public Works employee has been paid less than male coworkers, put in danger when men have not and punished repeatedly for complaining about it since 2016.
