FEMINISM

Feminism

Feminism

Feminism is a body of social theory and political movement primarily based on and motivated by the experiences of women. While generally providing a critique of social relations? many proponents of feminism also focus on analyzing gender inequality and the promotion of women's rights? interests? and issues. (McElroy pp435-9)

Feminist theory aims to understand the nature of gender inequality and focuses on gender politics? power relations and sexuality. Feminist political activism campaigns on issues such as reproductive rights? domestic violence? maternity leave? equal pay? sexual harassment? discrimination and sexual violence. Themes explored in feminism include discrimination? stereotyping? objectification? sexual objectification? oppression and ...