Equality between the sexes is something that still needs to be fought for. The conversation hasn’t and shouldn’t stop. Being a feminist isn’t a bad, outrageous or silly statement. If you’re a woman, you’re a feminist. Yes I promise you, there is no way that you can be a woman and not be a feminist. It’s not a strong or hardcore term, it’s not a man hater, it is an individual who wants equality whatever gender they are.
There is an alarming trend with female “anti-feminists” or “Women Against Feminism” on the internet. They say they are pro-men and are not feminists because they can look after themselves. This is just pure blissful ignorance and I feel very sorry for them. I feel sad that the word feminist is uncool, that there has to be the #LikeAGirl Always campaign and that I am even writing this paragraph.
What makes me happy is that there are books being published that are continuing the debate, raising awareness and hopefully enlightening a few “anti-feminists” along the way. I’ve listed several that have been published this year and I hope we continue to see a rise in this type of literature.
Everyday Sexism by Laura Bates
A social media campaign #ShoutingBack that went viral. An astounding insight into this ongoing protest against inequality. Welcome to the fourth wave of feminism.
How to Build a Girl by Caitlin Moran
Cystitis, female masturbation (wanking), sex adventures, Caitlin Moran.
The Vagenda by Holly Baxter and Rhiannon Lucy Cosslett
A critique on glossy women’s magazines, the media and public beauty.
Thrive by Arianna Huffington
Huff Po herself, a very successful businesswoman at the top of her game, is urging us to redefine how we view success.
Lean in for Graduates by Sheryl Sandberg
Facebook’s COO talks about women, ambition and leadership.
Hard Choices by Hillary Rodham Clinton
Behind every great man there is a great woman.
The Queen of the Tearling by Erika Johansen
Kick arse, gender-defying, super duper heroine.
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Reblogged this on edgehillgirl and commented:
My wish list for this year will consist of these books. I am currently reading ‘Living Dolls, The Return of Sexism’ by Natasha Walter who takes about feminism within different topics from stripping and prostitution to pornography and the choices we make as women. Will be giving a review soon!