WLRN Extended Interview with Lee Lakeman of the Vancouver Rape Relief Shelter and Women's Center

Feb 13, 2019

Lee Lakeman, a dedicated activist since 1973 and a long-standing member of the Vancouver Rape Relief and Women's Shelter, shares her insights on combating violence against women. She reflects on the École Polytechnique massacre's impact on feminist activism and discusses the urgent issue of violence against Indigenous women in Canada, spotlighting systemic failures. Lakeman also addresses the complexities of feminism's relationship with prostitution and trans identities, emphasizing unity and resilience as vital for ongoing women's liberation efforts.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

Evolving Women's Activism: A Collective Journey

01:59 • 8min

Reflections on the École Polytechnique Massacre and Its Continuing Impact on Feminism

10:01 • 3min

Addressing Violence Against Indigenous Women

13:01 • 4min

Feminism and Prostitution: A Complex Intersection

17:29 • 5min

Navigating Feminism and Trans Identity

22:15 • 10min

Feminist Resilience: Building Community and Advocacy

31:46 • 12min