feminism
At its core, feminism is the simple conviction that women are equal to men in every regard, and should be treated as such.
We Need to Teach Our Daughters They Are Enough. Top Story - August 2021.
When I was five, my grandfather tried to convince me that men were superior to women. I don’t remember this, being so young at the time, but my mother has since recounted the story to me. I was standing there, looking up at my beloved grandpa with wide eyes, nodding along when she walked in and heard what he was saying.
By Samantha Blake4 years ago in Viva
The War of Women vs Men
Women are encouraged to call out the men who abuse and/or sexually assault them by a corrupt society showing false displays of support. But, when the abuser is named as a friend, boyfriend, dad, or brother, the same people encouraging them would now rather call them liars than face the simple truth that not everyone is as good as you think they are. In the war of women against men the women are now turning on each other and giving an even greater advantage to the opposing side. Why are women so mean and quick to judge other women when they know just how difficult it is to be a woman? Why do women continuously choose men over their sisters when it’s the men who are trying to silence them? Women are so easily turned against each other- this needs to change; the world already sides with men, other women should not fit into that category as well. In unity there is strength, but there is no unity here. When a man cheats on his spouse she is quick to blame the mistress because she knows that so many women are eager to betray their sisters- both things must stop. Some women expect to be treated as equals to men but do nothing except degrade fellow women, and that is the equivalent to pouring gasoline on an already raging wildfire; more women need to realize that. We seek the acceptance of men who do nothing but physically and emotionally abuse us, men who take what they want when they want it and think that it’s okay, men who view us only as something to satisfy them... when will we seek the acceptance of other women?
By Lexi Byers4 years ago in Viva
Feminist Femininity
After spending two weeks visiting family in small town BC, fishing, 4x4ing, and chopping wood, I’m finally back in the city and confronting a difficult dilemma. How do I indulge and explore my femininity, without abandoning who I am? Can I practice being elegant and sultry and seductive without falling into the trap of believing “the feminine is just about receiving”? Can I have Carrie Bradshaw energy, without freaking out every time I leave the city?
By Christina King4 years ago in Viva
Could we find a better metaphor?
"We seldom think of conversation as commitment, but it is... Coping with a lifetime of change is a struggle, but through a lifetime of change we will only experience ourselves as full persons only to the degree that we allow ourselves that commitment to others which keeps us in creative dialogue." by Mwalimu Imara, in Dying as the Last Stage of Growth
By justine taylor5 years ago in Viva
Women's Right
Women's history is full of pioneers in the fight for equality in the United States. From recruiting Father Founders and suffragists to Title IX and early female politicians, American women moved on equally. History shows that women have made great strides in this fight, including women and progress towards equal employment and employment opportunities.
By Radha Karki5 years ago in Viva
The world needs more Feminine energy.
I personally think that being women is really beautiful thing .As a woman it is extremely important to embrace ,accept and praise yourself and use your full potential .The feminine side is expressed when you move with the flow of life, embrace your creative energy,dance ,play and attune to your internal process. Feminine energy is the specific set of traits which is considered to be the opposite of traits associated with masculine energy.people of all genders need both feminine and masculine to function and feel like one person. Men are mostly raised and encouraged to see more through masculine energy but the ability to surrender and be flexible is a great joy .In fact raising boys without gender stereotypes is the best decision you will ever made .likewise while many women are still growing up striving for femininity,but there are many benefits of being crisped, direct and progressive. It will be satisfying to manifest both masculine and feminine energies for all of us.
By Alyssa World5 years ago in Viva
The Reinvention of Female Identity
In true Kiwi fashion, New Zealand was the first to grant female suffrage in 1883. The Commonwealth Franchise Act 1902 enabled Australian women over 21 to vote in federal elections. Switzerland, surprisingly, was one of the last European nations to allow women’s suffrage in 1971. In 2015, Saudi Arabia was one of the last nations in the world to grant women the vote.
By Sarah Zach5 years ago in Viva
Addressing the Gender Gap in Employment
Mrs. Hart is a lovely mother of two. She used to have a thriving career in a huge company, but ever since she had her twins, she decided that it would be better for her to focus on caring for her children and their household. She would have loved to still keep her job, but unfortunately, she found that most businesses in her area don’t offer flexible work hours and don’t provide parental benefits or leaves. As a mother, this set-up simply isn’t sustainable.
By Athena Wisdom Institute5 years ago in Viva
Crafting: Women's Empowerment. Second Place in Threading the Needle Challenge.
I’m sitting in a bright and buzzy classroom with around 20 other women. People chat excitedly, leaning over to see what their neighbours are working on. Music plays in the background; some people are singing along, others humming their own tune. The occasional squeal pops out as someone finishes their piece, delighted with their own handiwork. We swap colours, we sort beads, we pass scissors, we snip threads, we admire each other’s work. The room is filled with colour and creativity and fun and love.
By Jenifer Nim5 years ago in Viva
Advice for Women: Don't Perceive Men
The man sitting in the largest Zoom box on my screen made his disposition clear- he had two sons, enjoyed hunting and fishing, and valued the input of my male peers more than that of anyone else. I had been shot down and ignored, only to be overshadowed by Brent or Kyle repeating my answer a few seconds later.
By Megan Kopeny5 years ago in Viva
