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Brittney McNamara

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Brittney McNamara is an award-winning journalist who has been reporting on health issues, including mental health, reproductive rights, sexual assault and LGBTQ+ identity since 2014. In her current role as the features director at Teen Vogue, McNamara investigated the #MeToo movement on college campuses; reported on abortion access under the Trump administration; explored how incarceration impacts the mental health of young people; and published a series on various health issues, including bullying and vaccination. Prior to Teen Vogue, McNamara was a newspaper reporter in Massachusetts.

Mental Health

How to Get 3 Free Months of Therapy Right Now

For sexual assault and domestic violence survivors.
Relationships

Sarah Hyland Is Not Here For People Slut Shaming Her Instagram Snuggle Picture

She clapped back.
Sexual Health + Identity

Celebrities Are ECSTATIC About Australians Voting in Favor of Same Sex Marriage

"YES YES YES YES YES AUSTRALIA - YES!!!!!!! "
Politics

The Interior Secretary Told People to #Rockyourmocs and People Are NOT Pleased

"It boils my blood."
Politics

Four People Were Killed by a Shooter in California

He reportedly tried to enter an elementary school, but was unable to.
Sexual Health + Identity

Another Woman Has Accused Ed Westwick of Attempted Sexual Assault

Rachel Eck said she was assaulted in 2014.
Politics

What You Need to Know About Banning Assault Weapons

There's a lot to know.
Sexual Health + Identity

Hundreds of People Marched in Hollywood to Say #MeToo

They're showing the power of the hashtag.
Sexual Health + Identity

Lady Gaga and Joe Biden Are Teaming Up to Help Sexual Assault Survivors Heal

They want to open long-term healing centers
Health

This 12-Year-Old Is Suing Jeff Sessions For the Right to Use Medical Cannabis

She wants everyone to be able to get treatment.
Politics

More Than 450 are dead and 7,000 Injured After an Earthquake Struck the Iran-Iraq Border

It's the deadliest this year.
Relationships

This Girl "Lost 200 Pounds" by Dumping Her Boyfriend, and I'm Screaming

It's a glow up.
Sexual Health + Identity

The Church of England Is Breaking Down Gender Stereotypes for Children

Boys can wear tutus, too.
Mental Health

Gigi Hadid Admits She Doesn't "Feel Like Woman of the Year Every Morning"

"You have to find the things that make you feel more powerful in yourself."
Politics

How to Help Kids Behind Bars During the Holidays

It's a simple gesture that goes a long way.
Politics

This New Toolkit Will Help You Achieve Your Social Justice Goals

The Women's March just released it.
Sexual Health + Identity

A Group of Teenage Boys Were Allegedly Sexually Assaulted in Their High School Locker Room

The perpetrators are allegedly other students.
Sexual Health + Identity

Harvard University Hosted an Anal Sex 101 Workshop

“Let’s get rid of the stigma surrounding everything about sex.”
Sexual Health + Identity

Facebook Is Trying to Stop Revenge Porn by Asking for Your Nudes

What?
Mental Health

This Instagrammer Made an Important Point About Skinny Shaming

"My weight is the first thing people attack."
Politics

These Candidates Won Historic Victories — Here's What That Means For You

It matters for everyone.
Sexual Health + Identity

This Person Says Facebook's "Authentic Name" Policy Is "Anti-Trans"

"Discrimination never feels good."
Sexual Health + Identity

Harvey Weinstein Could Soon Be Indicted for Alleged Sexual Assault

The Manhattan DA is pursuing an indictment.
Politics

26 Teenage Girls Were Found Dead in the Mediterranean Sea

They are reportedly migrants, and authorities are investigating what happened.