About Deidre Beacham

It’s 2024, and the impact of division—fueled by greed, rigid religious values, and patriarchal structures—is more apparent than ever. We’re reminded daily of the deep rifts that have formed in society. Yet, beneath these divisions lies a fundamental truth: we are all human. At our core, we share more similarities than differences. It’s time to return to that understanding, recognizing our shared humanity as the foundation of all we do.

Our society’s foundation on competition and conquest has not only driven us apart from each other but also stifled our collective creative spirit. It’s time to rethink this framework, shifting towards systems that promote equity and community building. When we remove barriers that pit us against one another, we unlock the potential for innovation and collaboration that benefits everyone. Our goal should be a community where every individual has the opportunity to thrive without prejudice, and where our creative energies are nurtured, not suppressed.

Countless hours are lost, pain endured, and trauma internalized by those who deviate from hetero-normative expectations. Society’s “norms” should not dictate the boundaries of love. When you find your “person,” embrace them wholly. Love is a celebration of connection, not conformity. Here, we advocate for the freedom to love passionately and without reservation, supporting everyone’s right to choose whom they love.

Nice Girl Training doesn’t just silence women—it upholds oppressive systems like white supremacy. By teaching women to be compliant and conflict-averse, NGT reinforces structures that demand conformity over truth. This burden is especially heavy on women of color, who navigate both racial and gendered expectations. When women are trained to conform, it stifles creativity, weakens leadership, and perpetuates inequality. Breaking free from NGT is an act of defiance against these systems, paving the way for a more just and dynamic world where everyone can thrive.

Autonomy over one’s own body is a fundamental right. Decisions about my body should be made by me, informed by the compassionate insights of my partner and my healthcare providers. Yes, this includes unequivocal support for abortion rights and gender-affirming care. These are not areas for political interference but personal choice and medical guidance.

Health and access to adequate healthcare should be a non-negotiable right, not a privilege that drives citizens to financial ruin at their most vulnerable. It’s astounding that the United States stands alone among 1st world, industrialized nations without universal healthcare. This isn’t merely a policy debate—it’s a fundamental human right.

The traditional model of education, designed for an industrial age, is fundamentally out of sync with today’s world. We’ve been conditioning children to comply and conform—sit in rows, follow the bell—when what we truly need is to cultivate their potential as creative thinkers. And book bans? SMDH, that needs another box.

It’s absolutefuckinglutely horrifying to me that books are being banned in schools. What happened to the principle that “Reading is Fundamental”? The erasure of books from schools, the disappearance of initiatives like the reading bus, all point to a crisis in our approach to education. This isn’t just about books; it’s about what they represent—the freedom to explore ideas, to challenge, to grow. Banning books is a direct attack on intellectual freedom, personal freedom, and is a tool of White Supremacy. Where did common sense go? We need to take a hard look and demand better, not just for our children but for the future of our society.