Joanna Allan, an author and expert on resistance movements, discusses her research on the roles of women in the oppressive regimes of Western Sahara and Equatorial Guinea. She sheds light on the phenomenon of 'genderwashing' and how it co-opts women's rights under authoritarian rule. Allan emphasizes the importance of recognizing women's significant contributions in anti-colonial struggles while navigating complex issues of race, class, and gender. Through historical and current perspectives, she highlights the resilience of women amid brutal dictatorship and ongoing fights for equality.

Joanna Allan, an expert on women's resistance in oppressive regimes, discusses her book on Western Sahara and Equatorial Guinea. She explores the unique roles of women in these diverse resistance movements amid authoritarian rule. Allan highlights how gender intersects with colonial histories and the importance of acknowledging women's contributions to civil rights. She also sheds light on the concept of 'genderwashing' where regimes manipulate equality narratives, while underlying tensions from external economic interests complicate genuine progress for women's rights.