Based on your understanding of patriarchy, sexism, misogyny, and feminism based on the introductory readings posted in this week’s module as well as the posted videos:
Analyze and discuss the issues presented in the readings + videos and why they are important by considering the following. The response must be around 650-700 words:
- provide a brief summary of each article + video
- how does feminism compare and contrast from the answers you gained in your survey responses?
- how do the readings confirm or contrast with your personal opinions and/or experiences?
- do the readings and videos expand your understanding of feminism and the experiences of women?
- Why is feminism important for girls and women? Boys and men? How has it and does it benefit you?
- What is patriarchy? What is the relationship between feminism and patriarchy?
- use direct references to the arguments and points made by the readings + videos in your analysis and discussion
- utilize concrete examples from the “real world” that serve as reasons why change is necessary
1) Why Our Feminism Must Be Intersectional (And 3 Ways to Practice It)
2) Feminist Consciousness-Raising Groups
3) Why Feminism Still Needs To Be Called Feminism
4) VIDEO: The Bechdel Test for Women in Movies
5) VIDEO: The Oscars and the Bechdel Test
6) VIDEO: Women’s Stories, Movies and the Oscars
7) VIDEO: Kanye West’s Monster Misogyny
8. https://feministfrequency.com/
Answer preview
The definitions of feminism were compared and contrasted with survey responses. On the comparison side, the majority of the responses hold that feminism entails advocating for equal rights for the female gender in society compared to the male gender. Equal rights include social, economic, and political positions. This definition differs among some responses, where some believe that feminism entails forming a political movement to fight for equal rights for females in society. On the contrast side, some believe that feminism focuses on empowering both the male and female gender.
The Readings Confirm Or Contrast With Your Personal Opinions And/Or Experiences
The readings and videos confirm my personal opinions and experiences regarding the importance of feminism. They highlight the ongoing issues of gender inequality, sexism, and misogyny in society, such as movies, music, and public perception.
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