Why do we continue to blame the victims of sexual assault?
What Is the True Measure of a Man?
We can’t choose our fathers, but we can find our own role models, says Donald D’Haene, who found inspiration in the real and scripted lives of Sidney Poitier.
No Longer a Victim
Donald D’Haene was on ‘The Oprah Winfrey Show’—twice—as a survivor of sexual abuse, not a victim.
Where Are the Gays Who Stand Up for Gays?
Donald D’Haene wants to know: Where are the fearless members of the LGBTQ community?
Over the Rainbow
Donald D’Haene finds the spirit of the original Dorothy in a Canadian reality TV show contestant.
The “Have Not Voted” Party
Why do you vote? (Or don’t, as the case may be.)
Freedom of Choice
Donald D’Haene is finally free to choose when to bring up the fact that he’s gay.
Romney’s Bull
Obama’s maneuvers in the first presidential debate leaves his supporters spoiling for a real knock-down, drag-out fight to the finish.
A Few of My Favourite Things
Talk of appearances leads Donald D’Haene to discover his friends’ inner beauty.
Walk a Mile in Her Shoes: The Slut Walk for Men
Donald D’Haene brings us the origin of the word “slut,” as well as his support of the White Ribbon Campaign raising awareness of violence against women.
Fear and Love in the Time of AIDS
Donald D’Haene’s date with fear taught him the real meaning of love.
Makeovers Don’t Make the Man: A Political Lesson from the Canadian Reform Party
The Canadian Reform Party tried to pull a Mitt Romney, once: Preston Manning. Donald D’Haene has a close encounter of the conservative kind.
Air Canada Forced Me Out!
Before he can ascend “high above the mountains,” Donald D’Haene has to get to his assigned seat.
Canadians are Excited to Vote … in the U.S. Election
Four years ago, a London, Ontario politician told me, “You’re for Barack Obama? I know someone who has an Obama sign on their lawn. Let’s go and swipe it.”
Do You Think I’m Something?
Donald D’Haene is a capital-F Feminist because of his mother’s life.
Take Care of Yourself And Your Soul
Donald D’Haene has endured the insensitivity of strangers since coming out as a survivor of sexual assault 30 years ago. He offers a response to Todd Akin’s declarations on rape, and advice for survivors of any gender.