Artificial intelligence may be new technology. The stereotypes it reproduces are not.
Equinox recently faced widespread criticism over an advertisement from its global “Question Everything But Yourself” campaign. The image depicted the disembodied head of an East Asian woman mounted …
Violence as a System, Not an Exception
In La guerra contra las mujeres (The War Against Women), Argentine anthropologist and feminist scholar Rita Laura Segato presents a profound and unsettling examination of gender-based violence as a political and structural phenomenon …
Sexual assault is a crime.
It does not become less serious because it occurs behind the walls of a detention center. It does not become an internal personnel matter because the alleged perpetrator works for a government contractor. And it …
Courage in Motion, Justice in Conflict
Freedom Riders is a powerful historical account of one of the most pivotal campaigns of the civil rights movement. Raymond Arsenault documents how interracial groups of young activists challenged segregation in interstate travel, confronting …
The Subtle Demands of Assimilation
Covering is a deeply insightful examination of a form of discrimination that often goes unrecognized, yet profoundly shapes the lived experiences of marginalized individuals. Kenji Yoshino, a legal scholar and constitutional law professor, introduces the …
A Century of Resistance, A Blueprint for Justice
Resist is a powerful and necessary chronicle of youth-led activism across generations, documenting how young Black organizers have consistently shaped the trajectory of American justice. Rita Omokha brings forward stories that are …
Angeline Boulley’s Firekeeper’s Daughter is a genre-defying novel that blends young adult fiction with thriller, cultural testimony, and social justice narrative. While marketed to teen audiences, this story offers vital insights for legal advocates, educators, and organizers. At Liberty Law, …
Invisible No More is a searing and necessary account of how state violence disproportionately targets Black women, Indigenous women, and other women of color in ways often erased from public discourse. At Liberty Law, where our advocacy is rooted in …
Becoming Abolitionists is part memoir, part manifesto, and part political education. Derecka Purnell, a human rights lawyer and longtime organizer, weaves her personal journey with a compelling case for police and prison abolition. At Liberty Law, where we work to …
Ballet is often seen as the pinnacle of grace, discipline, and dedication. But behind the curtains of some elite institutions, a darker reality persists — one of abuse, coercion, and lasting trauma. The recent lawsuit filed against the Richmond Ballet …
Assume Nothing is a haunting and courageous memoir that reveals the hidden layers of intimate partner violence, especially when it exists behind closed doors in the lives of high-achieving, successful women. At Liberty Law, we understand that abuse can affect …
Policing the Womb by Michele Goodwin is a bold and unsettling account of how the U.S. legal and healthcare systems increasingly regulate and punish women for their reproductive choices, especially those who are poor, Black, Indigenous, or otherwise marginalized. At …
Arlene Stein’s Unbound: Transgender Men and the Remaking of Identity offers a timely and intimate exploration of gender, transition, and identity in modern America. At Liberty Law, where we are committed to advocating for marginalized voices and advancing justice rooted …
Jessica C. Harris’s Hear Our Stories: Campus Sexual Violence, Intersectionality, and How We Build a Better University offers a powerful and necessary exploration of campus sexual violence through the lens of intersectionality. At Liberty Law, we believe that lasting justice …
At Liberty Law, our mission is to confront injustice, support survivors, and demand accountability from systems that too often fail to protect the most vulnerable. This month, the U.S. Department of Justice announced the arrests and filing of federal charges …
In their groundbreaking work Sexual Citizens: A Landmark Study of Sex, Power, and Assault on Campus, Jennifer S. Hirsch and Shamus Khan present a transformative framework for understanding the complex relationships between sexual autonomy, social environment, and power dynamics …
Mariame Kaba’s We Do This ‘Til We Free Us: Abolitionist Organizing and Transforming Justice is a powerful collection of essays and conversations about justice, freedom, and how we build a better world together. At Liberty Law, we believe in challenging …
Eve Ensler’s The Apology stands as a groundbreaking work of literature that challenges readers to confront the deep-seated trauma of abuse and the possibility of healing through imagination and empathy. This thought-provoking book delves into the complex dynamics of familial …
Photo credit: ABC News | Sean Combs guilty on 2 of 5 counts, acquitted of racketeering conspiracy, July 2, 2025.
At Liberty Law, our mission remains steadfast: to shine light on injustice, advocate for survivors, and move legal systems toward …
Emily Chang’s Brotopia: Breaking Up the Boys’ Club of Silicon Valley offers a searing exposé of the tech industry’s pervasive sexism and gender inequality. This meticulously researched book peels back the curtain on Silicon Valley’s much-hyped meritocracy to reveal a …
Monique W. Morris’s groundbreaking book Pushout: The Criminalization of Black Girls in Schools shines a spotlight on a critical yet often overlooked issue in American education and criminal justice. Through meticulous research and powerful personal narratives, she reveals how systemic …
Ashley C. Ford’s memoir, Somebody’s Daughter, is a powerful and deeply moving account of her journey from childhood to young adulthood. This beautifully crafted narrative explores themes of family, identity, trauma, and resilience, offering readers an intimate look into …
At Liberty Law, our mission is to advocate for survivors, challenge systemic injustices, and support the legal frameworks that protect human rights. The War on Women: And the Brave Ones Who Fight Back aligns with this mission by exposing the …
At Liberty Law, we are steadfast in our commitment to advocating for justice, protecting survivors, and holding perpetrators …
Tarana Burke’s Unbound: My Story of Liberation and the Birth of the Me Too Movement is a deeply personal and transformative account of trauma, resilience, and activism. This book speaks directly to our work at Liberty Law, where we are …
“Michelle saw was what so many other women before her had seen: that an abuser appears more powerful than the system.”
– Rachel Louise Snyder, No Visible Bruises
Rachel Louise Snyder’s No Visible Bruises: What We Don’t Know About …
…“Trauma isolates; the group re-creates a sense of belonging. Trauma shames and stigmatizes; the group bears witness and affirms. Trauma degrades the victim; the group exalts her. Trauma dehumanizes the victim; the group restores her humanity.”
– Judith Lewis Herman
…“As long as the demand exists, our children are at risk. In my experience, there is no shortage of evil men intent on exploiting weaker young girls to gratify their selfish greed. And their desires are never satisfied.” ― Theresa
At Liberty Law, we are dedicated to advocating for justice and supporting survivors of abuse and exploitation. I’m excited to share a recent experience that underscored the vital work being done on the global stage. During a recent visit to …
…“Go behind the facade in any major town or city in the world today and you are likely to find a thriving commerce in human beings. You may even find slavery in your own backyard.” – David Batstone, Not
“From the moment they’re recruited to the time they’re ‘rescued’ and deported, trafficked women are terrorized. Every single day they face a world stacked heavily against them.” – Victor Malarek, The Natashas
Victor Malarek’s “The Natashas: Inside the New …
…“Over time I learned that there were a lot of people who would judge you, blame you, and try to make you feel lesser, no matter what you did; that a degree, a good suit, and a career wouldn’t always
“Our focus has to be on changing reality, not changing laws.”
As someone deeply committed to advocating for survivors of sexual abuse and assault, as well as advancing civil rights and gender equality, “Half the Sky” resonates profoundly with me. …
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