Articles related to "Feminists"

Feminists-- ugly, man-hating, whiny women who can't get a man? Not even close. Here are some common stereotypes about feminism.

Feminists have developed a consent model that goes beyond saying "no" and instead requires an enthusiastic "yes!" to avoid rape and celebrate consensual, pleasurable sex.

Not only is it possible for men to be feminists, it should be encouraged and supported.

Opened in 2007 at the Brooklyn Museum, the Elizabeth A. Sackler Center for Feminist Art is a groundbreaking gallery for the exhibition and exploration of feminist art.

A feminist criticism of the novel reveals Wharton's views on the status of women at the turn of the 20th Century and is relevant for young women of today.

Radical feminist and lesbian Andrea Dworkin put forth a number of shocking theses about male-female relationships and fought against pornography.

Author Nancy Jane Moore talks about feminism and writing, social activism and writing, and her current projects.

With the passing of the 19th Amendment, radical feminism became a main-stay in women's rights movements that continue today, and continues to be divided on many issues.

Feminist Liberation Theology strives to empower women even while working within the traditionally patriarchal structure of the church.

The Guerilla Girls are women whose feminist posters and creative tactics have challenged the art world to recognize the talents of women artists and artists of color.

Women's healthcare initiatives include the right to affordable birth control methods and the equal access to preventive health screenings.

Radical feminists are the acting force of the American Woman's Movement. Their ideas and attitudes are the focus of many issues, and some are remembered more than others.

The selection of Alaskan Governor Sarah Palin as Republican VP candidate may look like a step forward for women, but feminists are enraged by McCain's choice.

Fat Princess is described by PlayStation as "a comic medievil battle royale", but a lot of women aren't laughing.

It is nearly twenty years since a troubled student went on a killing spree inside Montreal's L'Ecole Polytechnique. A new film pays tribute to the victims.

Feminism is the movement which promotes a belief in the social, economic, and political equality of the sexes.

Many reviews have accused The Path of being hostile toward women, but this game actually serves as a very insightful exploration of western society's destruction of girls

Feminist activism today isn't as vibrant as it once was, but these ideas can get you started organizing around key issues.

She adores sexy vampire, Edward Cullen but is Bella her own woman? She's willing to give up everything for love. Does that make her a princess or a doormat?

Carol Ann Duffy, Britain's new Poet Laureate, is the first woman, the first Scot and the first openly gay person to hold the honour in the 341 year history of the role.

Not much is written about feminism today (equality is taken for granted in all areas except income earning) but Doris Day's onscreen roles paved the way for change.

Rococo painter Vigée-Le Brun's self-portrait is an example of a woman art practitioner who asserted her position as a serious artist in the French 18th century art.

The French painter Elisabeth-Louise Vigée-Le Brun (1775-1842) managed to forge a career and earn a living as a professional artist in the patriarchal milieu of the time.

It is possible for women to overcome gender stereotypes in their culture. It takes great amounts of time and effort but countless women have proven it can be done.

Ophuls films contend with the roles and hierarchy imposed on the individual by his/her society, which lie in opposition to love and freedom.

John Ford's appreciation for women shines throughout the director's masterpiece Young Mr. Lincoln, as subversive pro feminist cinema.

A biography of Martha Carrier, one of the alleged "witches" killed during the Salem Witch Trials. She boldly proclaimed her innocence as those around her confessed.

While Kahn makes many fine arguments and cites excellent research from Lacan, Strauss, and other critics to support her own assertions, her essay is at times disjointed.

Artmakers Inc. rallied together a group of artists to create a mural in honor of the female activists who changed civil, voting, reproductive, health, and racial rights.

Originating at the LA Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA), "WACK! Art and the Feminist Revolution" has sparked renewed interest and debate in feminist art.

Are you a third wave feminist? Read about this individualistic form of feminism that is popular among younger women, and read what critics have to say.

A pioneer of feminist art and prominent figure of the downtown New York art scene, Hannah Wilke worked in media including sculpture, photography and performance art.

Feminist's active in the 60s, 70s and 80s frequently ask 'where are the young feminists?' This article explores the commodification of feminism and its connections to girl culture. Young women are often feminist in principle but actively reject the label of 'feminist'.

Critics have opposing views on Shakespeare's representation of women. Are Shakespeare's plays about the individual's struggle, or the struggle of women?

Here's a brief summary of some of the many different kinds of feminism.

"Good Guys" part four. In the complex domain of Aboriginal rights, contemporary feminists often find themselves working for the enemy.

One of the primary battles remaining for equal rights is ending the wage gap. Feminist activists can work through advocacy to make changes to the pay system.

Mention the word burlesque alongside art in the same sentence and distain is sure to raise its shaking head; but does it deserve more respect?

Set in Accra, Ghana this story refutes stereotypes about modern African women by depicting the challenges of balancing domestic life and personal fulfillement.

The rage Medea feels consumes her when she addresses Jason in the aftermath of his affair. Her uncensored language is considered unbecoming of a woman in her position.

Patricia Simons investigates the economic, social, and sexual uses of female portraiture in 15th Century Florence.

Sexism and the patriarchal society that should have died out in 1912 when women were given the right to vote still exist today.

Though often called a romantic comedy, Two Gentlemen of Verona stresses the bonds of male friendship over love, and calls out for a feminist reading.

A brief look at the life of Mary Wollstonecraft, English Feminist pioneer and writer, social campaigner and mother of Mary Shelley.

Independent, feminist horror movies don't come around that often. Being in a rather lonely category, Teeth deserves a rent for this aspect alone.

Amos Gitai directs his latest film starring Natalie Portman, Hanna Laslo, and Hiam Abbas on an emotional road trip to No Man's Land.

Adrienne Rich's "Aunt Jennifer's Tigers" exemplifies propaganda masquerading as a poem. As all propaganda ultimately fails as discourse, so fails this piece of doggerel.

The new Star Trek universe provides strong female characters--in spite of the Bechdel Test

Here's a review of the first issue of The Lorelei Signal, a quarterly e-zine devoted to strong female characters in fantasy fiction.

Stories of the unexplainable, the fantastic and the imaginary have been a part of the human experience since the beginning of recorded history and probably much longer.