Growing Wings, an Identity and, of course, Feminism
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The combination of Judaism and feminism has empowered me, helped me heal, and given me purpose in life.
Black Female Feminists: Historians of the Future
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Attendees who may have walked in knowing little about the history of black feminists certainly learned about it early in the night.
Teen Voices
Some Girls Reject Term ‘Feminist’ Over ‘Equalist’ in Ireland
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Feminism has “derailed” into a self-entitled, ‘our turn at the wheel,’ hateful and illogical organization,” said one Irish teen, who, like many of her classmates, prefer to be identified as an “equalist.”
A Day Without a Woman
‘A Day Without a Woman’ Time to Ask the Tough Questions
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As women around the U.S. and world opt out of paid and unpaid work today, we must ask ourselves questions like what are the laws and policies and small forms of gender discrimination that hurt women? Tackling the smallest forms of sexism is the only way to address discrimination in its worst forms.
Hillary Clinton
Hillary Clinton Victory Taps the Varied Strains of Feminism
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Her win last night was a signal to many to put aside politics and celebrate what her historic candidacy might mean for little girls across the country and the world. But not everyone joined in.
Teen Voices
It’s Not Easy Being a Girl
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Everything from getting ready for school to getting movie snacks with a friend is just harder for a girl, writes Sarah Groustra, and that’s why we need feminism.
Womens History
London’s Feminist Library Faces Eviction, Fights to Preserve History
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A collection of books and periodicals open to the public in the center of England’s capital city provides an extensive record of the women’s liberation movement. Now it is looking for a new lease on life.
Teen Voices
High School Feminist Confronts Xenophobic Tweeters
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When this normally discreet high school junior saw what her male classmates had to say about a new immigration order, she shot back at them to prove that white, upper middle-class boys aren’t the only ones with opinions.
careers
Feminism Feels Good When We Stop Judging Ourselves
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I was a young mother with a successful career as a senior systems analyst when my husband was offered a fantastic opportunity that put that in jeopardy. That put me in what I now consider a false conflict with feminism.
Commentary
Older Feminists Owe Millennial Women a Choice
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Recent comments by Gloria Steinem and Madeleine Albright about Hillary Clinton vs. Bernie Sanders show a lack of confidence in younger feminists. Steinem’s infuriating transphobic comments have also been largely ignored.