Trigger warning for discussion of sexual assault and violence against women. As part of my three month tour through Mexico, I knew that I wanted to make a stop in…
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Wandering While Bloody: Interview With Traveler And Menstrual Activist Emilie Pichot
by Alissaby Alissa 6 commentsI am so excited to present you with the next installment of my menstruation and travel series, this time in the form of an interview! Earlier this summer I put together…
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The Travelers’ Guide To Sustainable Menstrual Products
by Alissaby Alissa 2 commentsToday’s post is about, you guessed it… menstruation! Even just a few years ago, I had no idea that there were any menstrual products beyond commercial-brand pads and tampons. Menstrual cups?…
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The Outsider’s Guide To Colombian Feminism
by Alissaby Alissa 2 comments*All photos are credited to: Emiliano Betancur Arango. Confluencia de Mujeres para la acción pública. Thank you to Confluencia de Mujeres Antioquia for the use of your fantastic photos! On…
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Girly Travelers Against Sexism: Thoughts In Puerto Escondido
by Alissaby Alissa 8 commentsIt was time to go home – and by home, I mean the hostel where I was staying during my 8 days in Puerto Escondido, Mexico. I had just spent an…