The Women's Center: Emma Thompson's a Rockstar

Friday, March 11, 2011

Emma Thompson's a Rockstar

"Constantly worrying about your reflection and criticizing your body, shape and size is an act of violence against yourself"

I just found out about this awesome initiative taking place in London, a body image activism movement that is also happening internationally. Apparently, there was a series of talks, panels, workshops and performances that all were amazing.

I wasn't going to put the podcast in this blog, but I think it's just too kickass NOT to put in this post. Love you Ms. Thompson!

Great things are happening right by us too. I absolutely love the concept of this entire movement. It's so nice to know others care about these issues and are working hard to expose the dangers our society's perception of beauty has on young girls and women. If you're free this week, and I know you are Ramapo students...consider checking this out in New York!

Here's the website: http://www.endangeredspecieswomen.org/

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Resource Collection

The Women's Center offers a library collection of extensive material concerning Women's Studies and multicultural literature, including books, reports, fact sheets, articles, videos and a variety of pamphlets. We can provide individualized assistance on research projects. Books are available for a two-week check out period.

Crisis Intervention Counseling

The Women's Center provides confidential counseling for anyone in need of assistance with a crisis, problem, or issue. The staff members are available to listen and discuss any concerns you may have. We are here to identify options and provide any information or referrals you may need.

Safer Sex Supplies

The Women's Center sells safer sex supplies to promote responsible intimacy. We sell assorted condoms for 10¢, lubricant packets for 10¢, and dental dams for 25¢ each! The condoms and dental dams are available in a variety of flavors including strawberry, banana, mint and vanilla.

Advocacy

The Women’s Center Coordinator serves as an advocate for all students, faculty, and staff in regard to discrimination, harassment, assault, or violence. The Coordinator provides confidential assistance and supports all individuals in filing a complaint or utilizing the college judicial/grievance system.

Educational Programs

The Women's Center organizes workshops and hosts speakers to enrich your college experience. We sponsor educational campaigns on a variety of issues such as body image, relationship violence, and more. We also offer assistance to RAs and all student clubs and organizations in designing programs, and sponsor special events for Women Studies minors. Let us know what programs you would like to see, or better yet, let us help you plan one!

Queer Peer Services Coordinator

The Queer Peer Services Coordinator is a staff member who provides peer counseling and advocacy for students who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, or transsexual as well as students who may be questioning and/or struggling with their sexual identity. Other services include a resource collection on LGBT issues and educational programs on sexual identity.

Men's Outreach Coordinator

The Men's Outreach Coordinator (MOC) works with men on campus about issues such as sexual assault and violence prevention, the meaning of masculinity, healthy relationships, gender stereotypes, and media images through group and individual settings.

Club Meeting Place

There are many clubs and organizations that meet in the Women’s Center, including Ramapo Pride (a Gay/Straight Alliance), Feminists United, Ramapo Students Against the War, Catholic Women at Ramapo, and the Body Image Support Group. Come in to find out this semester’s meeting days and times!