Feminism

Although a modern concept, feminism can be identified historically from the first stages of the development of human socialization and community structures. Writers in this section focus on the lives of significant women who helped to forge a feminine identity as well as articles on movements that confronted the status quo notions of male-dominated social organizations.

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What Did Feminism Ever Do For Us?

Quite a lot actually; including some achievements that in the UK we now take for granted. (Meanwhile, a new generation is taking up the cause.)

Feb 14, 2012 – Margaret Jones

Waving not Drowning: the Four Waves of Feminism

Here are the four waves of feminism in a nutshell.

Jan 23, 2012 – Catherine Rosario

Bill Pushes To Improve Image of Women in Media

Actress Geena Davis introduces a bill that would support the efforts to improve the imagery of women in popular media.

Aug 17, 2011 – Annie Martin

Early History of Feminism

For three hundred years, women have sought better treatment and recognition for who they are rather being defined by a male-dominated society.

Aug 3, 2011 – Rupert Taylor

Margaret Mead's Philosophy of Feminism

A summary of the basic foundations of Margaret Mead's Feminist belief systemand how it developed.

Jun 24, 2011 – Philip Powe

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