politics
‘Feminists need to push back’: how did the women’s movement become so divided
Just a few years ago, women would fight for other women whatever their background or politics. Today, many loudly dismiss the struggles of those who are not like them. But the solidarity is still there, if you look hard enough
TL;DR
- The women's movement has transitioned from a period of strong solidarity and global feminist activism in the 2010s to one marked by significant divisions.
- Social media is identified as a major contributor to these divisions, rewarding outrage and making collaboration more difficult.
- Despite online fragmentation, women are actively engaged in rebuilding connections through offline, grassroots initiatives like 'kitchen table conversations' and community organizing.
- These local efforts focus on practical concerns such as women's safety, employment, and community support, often building alternatives to diminished public services.
- The rise of the far right is seen as a significant threat, attempting to exploit women's fears and further divide the movement, but women are also at the forefront of organizing against it.
- The article suggests that genuine progress lies in fostering care and connection at a local level, emphasizing that 'what works for women works for everyone'.