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This comics artist quit going to comic shops because of sexism

Gingerhaze is tired of the geek culture gatekeepers who've made her IRL comic shop experience a sexist one.

On Feb 11, 2014 by Aja Romano

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The 10 most fascinating people on Tumblr in 2013

Tumblr showed its artistic, weird and quirky side this year, and attracted some creative celebrities, too.

On Dec 31, 2013 by Aja Romano

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The Internet gender gap is wider than you think

Worldwide, 200 million fewer women are online than men.

On Sep 25, 2013 by Tim Sampson

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Little girls school the comics industry with amazing cosplay

Alexandra Law is turning photos of young cosplayers into actual comic book superheroes. 

On May 1, 2013 by Aja Romano

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Cosplayers confront sexism in character

In full superhero mode, cosplayer Elizabeth Schweizer launched a photo initiative to illustrate the "importance of treating of cosplayers with respect." 

On Apr 5, 2013 by Aja Romano

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Rape, harassment, and misogyny in Geek Culture: 2012 in review

2012 was truly not a good year for female geeks. Here’s how the year looked on a month-by-month basis.

On Dec 18, 2012 by Aja Romano

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#1ReasonWhy: Twitter speaks out against gaming sexism

The year in gaming summed up by one Twitter hashtag. 

On Nov 27, 2012 by Aja Romano

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How female gamers and comic fans fight real-life sexism online

From LiveJournal to Twitter, women are increasingly making their voices heard online and finding a supportive community in the process. 

On Jul 18, 2012 by Aja Romano