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“Considering yourself a feminist doesn't make you one. Being an empathic human who can see both sides of a coin is feminism's true essence.”

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Teri Gender Bender

Teri Gender Bender, born in 1989, is a versatile artist whose work spans music, performance, and visual arts. Known for her transgender identity and gender fluidity, Bender's art practice often delves into themes of gender, identity, and power. more

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