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Nadya Okamoto

Sexual Health + Identity

The Period Documentary That Won an Oscar Shows How Far We've Come — and How Far We Have to Go

Despite this win, the menstrual movement is still going.
Health

Why Talking About Menstruation Is Actually a Good Thing

It's OK to talk about periods.
Politics

This College Student Ran for Office to Protect Disability Rights in Schools

Claudia Olaes is proving politicians can be any age or gender.
Sexual Health + Identity

The Story of My First Period, and Why I’m Not Ashamed of It

Nadya Okamoto details her first menstruation, and why she’s fighting against the stigma around periods.
Politics

4 Asian-American Politicians to Know for the Midterms

Including two badass women.
Politics

I'm 19 and I Ran for City Council

Nadya Okamoto explains what she's learned.