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    A Girl's Guide to Joining the Resistance: A Feminist Handbook on Fighting for Good
    A Girl's Guide to Joining the Resistance: A Feminist Handbook on Fighting for Good
    A Girl's Guide to Joining the Resistance: A Feminist Handbook on Fighting for Good
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    A Girl's Guide to Joining the Resistance: A Feminist Handbook on Fighting for Good

    Written by Emma Gray

    Narrated by Andi Arndt

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    ""If not you, then who?  If not now, then when? We need more women to speak up and make their voices heard. Young women have valuable experiences and perspectives.  We need you in this fight.” Senator Elizabeth Warren, from a Girl’s Guide to Joining the Resistance

     

    So—the presidential election of 2016 happened. You cried, you ranted, you marched. But how do you stay engaged for the long term? How do you keep fighting while also continuing your real life? How do you get involved when you feel far from the action? How do you stay vigilant without being furious all. the. time?

     

    Needing to take action after the election, Emma Gray, Executive Women’s Editor at HuffPost, put on her journalist hat and set out to get answers to these questions from some of the most prominent thought leaders and activists of our time. She spoke with march organizers, and senators, long-time activists, and newcomers across political movements to find out the best ways to listen to those who have been doing this for a while, join in, and create sustainable action. In all of her conversations, one theme came up again and again: young women are essential to the resistance.

     

    Interweaving the interviews with her own experiences covering resistance events and being a member of the media in a time when the media has been under assault, Emma has created a down and dirty guide for women of all ages to roll up their sleeves and resist the forces that are a threat to our rights.

     

    Inside you’ll find:

    • A guide for how to choose good news sources and make sure you’re getting quality information.

    • Practical instructions on how to get involved and stay involved, with examples from the author’s own experience organizing the successful “Watch Us Run” conference.

    • An exploration of female centric work spaces and instructions for how to create your own.  

    • Advice for self-care and how to stay involved without exhausting yourself.

    • Extensive information including numbers to call, organizations to email and donate to, and scripts for reaching out to representatives and organizations.

    • Interviews with experienced activists including Senator Elizabeth Warren, actress and activist Ashley Judd, actress and activist Marlo Thomas, Women’s March Co-Chair Carmen Perez, Mother of the Movement Lucy McBath, Black Lives Matter Network co-creator Alicia Garza, People for Bernie Founder Winnie Wong, and former assistant to President Obama Tina Tchen.

    Whether you’re new to the front or an activism vet, there has never been a better time to jump into the fray.

    Supplemental enhancement PDF accompanies the audiobook.

    Editor's Note

    Become an activist…

    From the Women’s March to #MeToo to #NeverAgain, women are leading today's activist movements. This book is filled with tips, insight, and more for those who are — or want to be — fighting for their beliefs.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherHarperAudio
    Release dateFeb 27, 2018
    ISBN9780062842428
    Author

    Emma Gray

    Emma Gray is the Executive Women's Editor at HuffPost. She is also the co-host of the ""Bachelor""-themed podcast, ""Here To Make Friends,"" which was named a ""must-listen"" by The Daily Dot, and has appeared as an expert on the Today Show, Good Morning America, The Insider, and Entertainment Tonight. Emma is an alum of McGill University in Montreal, which is probably why she has such a soft spot for poutine and St. Viateur bagels.

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    • 3/5
      This is the first time that I have read a 'real' book and wished that it was an e-book. There is so much information here that was just begging to be googled or added to my favorites. Disclaimer I am female but definitely older than the "girls" it was written for but I still found it helpful and motivating.
    • 4/5
      This was a really great book that I'm so glad was published now. Gray draws from an extensive well of amazing women to help inspire all of us to join the fight for good. She provides immediate ways to start helping, as well as important discussions on terminology, privilege, and self-care. This is an important and highly topical read.
    • 4/5
      This book isn't perfect - I feel like the case laid out here is one that many books being published right now focus on but this one has the advantage of being accessible. Quick and easy to read, this book was written in the conversational style that internet savvy young readers know so well. While I'm definitely a member of that group, I also read of lot of stuff that's written for more academic audiences and so the chapter on intersectionality left me craving a more in-depth analysis, but I was still glad to see it addressed. Also, I loved the quotes from female leaders and the stories about women activists from earlier eras. Overall, a good read, even if a few sections left me wanting more - but really, that's okay because I've still got plenty of feminist, resistance-themed books on my to-read list.
    • 5/5
      This book is a delightful addition to a young feminist's book shelf. It's interesting and digestible, while still having good information. I would recommend this for a YA collection or as a gift to a teen girl mentored by a feminist "big sister".
    • 4/5
      I wish we didn't live in a world where we need this book, but I'm glad I was able to get it and immediately give it to my daughter who I am proud to say is engaged in these issues. Divided up into sections on the importance of the resistance, how to resist (from a girl's perspective), and taking care of yourself, this slim volume is full of actionable tips and advice from a host of women.
    • 4/5
      I won an Uncorrected Proof in a GOODREADS giveaway sponsored by William Morrow. An adorable little book with fun fonts, quirky borders, and clip art scattered among the pages that ALMOST detract from the very real concepts presented withing. I love the cover with the title part of "BEING A LADY" is covered up! This book is filled to the edges with a wide variety of suggestions, advise, and commentary. Although gender targeted books tend to annoy me, I found this one illuminating: sometime marketing this way can be most beneficial, however I hope they came out with a boy's version too.
    • 4/5
      “A Girl’s Guide to Joining the Resistance: A Feminist Handbook on Fighting for Good” by Emma Gray is a practical introduction to everyday activism. As the title indicates, it focuses on activism for women, with suggestions on what to do as well as quotes, advice, and insight from female politicians, activists, and actors. The book consists of 11 chapters, which are divided into two relatively equal sections. The first part, “Welcome to the Resistance,” provides contextual and introductory information, including the importance of young women’s voices and a general discussion on intersectionality. The section, “How to Resist Like a Girl,” focuses on more hands-on matters, such as organizations to support and how to spot fake news. While most of the recommendations aren’t going to be that groundbreaking to people who are socially aware and politically engaged, this book does offer a solid primer for those wanting to get involved but are uncertain where to start.While I knew a lot of the information here before reading the book, “A Girl’s Guide to Joining the Resistance” provides a handy quick reference on general matters of fighting back. Additionally, it is reassuring to read about other’s reactions to the 2016 election and their decision to get (and stay) angry and active. Finally, the chapter on self-care serves as an important reminder to take a break and recharge.