Introduction to feminism

 Everyday Sexism

Watch the Everyday Sexism TED talk from Laura Bates (linked above) and answer the following questions:

1) Why did Laura Bates start the Everyday Sexism project?

She was harassed three times in one week 

2) How does the Everyday Sexism project link to the concept of post-feminism? Is feminism still required in western societies?

It allows someone to speak up about things that have happend to themselves which makes people feel heard

3) Why was new technology essential to the success of the Everyday Sexism project?

More people had access to the website and there was high amounts of advertising 

4) Will there be a point in the future when the Everyday Sexism project is not required? What is YOUR view on the future of feminism?

I believe that in the future the every day sexism project would not be needed because the world woukd hopefully be a better place.My view on the future of feminism is that it will be more known and much more acknowledged in order for there to be equality


Media Magazine: The fourth wave?

Read the article: The Fourth Wave? Feminism in the Digital Age in MM55 (p64). You'll find the article in our Media Magazine archive here.

1) Summarise the questions in the first two sub-headings: What is networked feminism? Why is it a problem?

Network feminism refers to a form of feminist activism and theory that utilizes digital networks.

2) What are the four waves of feminism? Do you agree that we are in a fourth wave of ‘networked feminism’? 

First wave-early 20th century,suffragette movement (right to vote)

Second wave-1960s-1990s reproductive rights

Third wave-1990 to present displays empowerment

Fourth wave-2010-on going use of new technology 

I believe that we are in a fourth wave feminism because we are increasing our use of technology

3) Focus on the examples in the article. Write a short summary of EACH of the following: Everyday Sexism, HeForShe, FCKH8 campaign, This Girl Can.

Everyday sexism-common acts of gender discrimination and stereotyping that women face daily.

HeForShe-solidarity campaign initiated by UN women to encourage men and boys to advocate for gender equality

This Girl Can-campaign by sports england that celebrates active women

4) What is your opinion with regards to feminism and new/digital media? Do you agree with the concept of a 'fourth wave' of feminism post-2010 or are recent developments like the Everyday Sexism project merely an extension of the third wave of feminism from the 1990s?

I believe that we are just moving out of third wave feminism.This is because we are moving to an era that promotes equality much more.As well as this due to women being able to get jobs and have equal pay as men it proves that we are moving towards fourth wave feminism