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Maya Henry
Maya Henry (she/her) is a writer, happy crier, and cherry tomato enthusiast completing her sophomore year of high school in California. She aims to be a political journalist or policy analyst when she's done with school, and when not taking pictures of her dog, you'll find her reading a historical fiction novel, baking pumpkin bread, or debating the merits of communism with her brother.
Demystifying individual action: Part hoax, part plan
It’s time to up the fight against climate change.
Opinion: From basketball to body confidence influencers, rape culture is alive and well
It seems that there isn’t an aspect of modern or historical life that isn’t tainted by the desire to punish victims of egregious assaults with distrust and ostracization. Despite laws that ban murder and sexual misconduct, it is truly the court of public opinion that serves as the judge and juror.
Review: ‘Paperweight’ by Meg Haston remarkably explores the pain of youth eating disorders
I first stumbled upon Paperweight by Meg Haston in a library, adding it to my pile of books as an afterthought. In the years that have followed that library visit, the haunting story of Stevie has followed along, too, cementing Paperweight as one of my favorite books of all time.
Review: Queer romance novels: Because everybody deserves a happily-ever-after
February is the month of Cupid and romance novels, two phenomena that all youth deserve the chance to be immersed in. Queer romances exist in ways that rebel against tropes and provide LGBTQ+ youth a safe environment to explore the meaning of relationships, consent and love.
Opinion: New LAUSD COVID-19 guidelines mark premature, overzealous return to ‘normal’
LAUSD must approach the upcoming semester with caution and compromise, a tactic that the current COVID-19 plan fails to execute.
Column: This winter, encourage eating
Holiday stress can make enjoying meals difficult for those who struggle with disordered eating. To avoid fueling an unhealthy relationship with food, keep comments about New Year’s resolution diets private.
Opinion: Inclusive sex ed saves lives
Sex ed classes are often limited and heteronormative, which has lasting repercussions on LGBTQ+ youth.
Column: Banned books censor queer history; this October, read them all
“Banning books gives us silence when we need speech. It closes our ears when we need to listen. It makes us blind when we need sight.” — Stephen Chbosky An estimated 36.3 million people have died from AIDS-related causes since the beginning of the AIDS epidemic less...
Opinion: Clicktivism: The good, the bad, the performative
Throughout history, there have been innovations and landmark protests that have changed the face of activism forever: the Stonewall riots, car caravans used as blockades and the recording option on cell phones, to name a few. Now, in the 21st century, advocates have...