Shelby Knox

Shelby Knox

Shelby Knox grew up as a conservative Southern Baptist in Texas turned activist and documentary film subject. She recently graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a degree in Political Science. Throughout her college career, Shelby traveled across the nation to speak to young people about the importance of comprehensive sex education and the power of youth activism, using the film that carries her name, The Education of Shelby Knox, as a vehicle for discussion. She currently lives in New York City and is a full time speaker and organizer working with progressive organizations to promote sex education, women's rights, and youth empowerment.

Shelby Knox's articles

The Smart Girl's Guide to Spring Break

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by Shelby Knox

March 3, 2010 - 7:00am (Print)

"Hooking up" is not in itself damaging to one's psychological health, but you still need to take precautions to protect yourself, using tips from the "Smart Girl's Guide" to Spring Break.

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From a Young Woman to (Some) of the 'Menopausal Militia'

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reader diary by Shelby Knox

December 3, 2009 - 5:00pm (Print)

Shelby responds to Rebecca Sive's post in her reader diary.

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