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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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.
First Wave Exclusion
- The first wave of feminism primarily focused on white, upper-class women.
- This limited view of womanhood excluded many and shaped the movement's initial goals.
Second Wave Focus
- Second-wave feminism, emerging mid-to-late 20th century, critiqued men more directly than the first wave.
- It focused on grassroots activism, addressing everyday inequalities in personal and professional spheres.