Intelligence Squared Who Defines Feminism?
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Mar 12, 2023 Professor Lucy Delap, a specialist in feminist history at the University of Cambridge, and Shreeta Lakhani, a researcher focusing on intersectionality at SOAS University, explore the diverse landscape of feminism. They discuss the limitations of traditional Western narratives and the importance of inclusivity within the movement. The conversation dives into intersectionality, the evolution of abolitionist feminism, and the need for a collective approach to gender justice that considers various identities and experiences globally.
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Waves Metaphor Limitations
- The "waves" metaphor for feminism helps understand historical context but oversimplifies the movement.
- It focuses too much on specific moments and Western perspectives, neglecting global diversity.
Defining Feminism and Womanhood
- Defining feminism also defines womanhood and who gets included in the feminist movement.
- The "waves" metaphor marginalizes non-Western feminist thought and activism, especially against empire.
Complexity of Suffrage
- The right to vote, often seen as a starting point for feminism, was a complex issue with various motivations.
- Some women sought enfranchisement based on property, while others advocated for it based on human existence.