Introduction to feminism

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

She started the project because of the bad week she was having of all the men sexually harassing her verbally and physically.

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

It links to post-feminism as there are still men who are ruse and inappropriate to women in modern day. Even though there is more peace and balance between men and women it does not mean it is gone and it is likely due to the everyday sexism. Also some countries in the middle east still are not equal between men and women and is still required/

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

So people can give their story out on social media and feel empowered by others so they can stand up for themselves and or help others with the problem. Also gives women around the world more confidence to stand up to men.

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 think more and more people are being more respectful with women everyday and started to change so that's why in the future it will change and we wont need it but for now it is still a problem and needed to make sure it goes.

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

Networked feminism is the Fourth Wave; it aims to tackle social equality issues found both on, and using, modern technology. It is a problem because the internet has so many denominations, societies and communities of people who claim to be feminists, and equally as many for those who claim to be against it, and so definitions and ideologies can become blurred.

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

First wave: The Suffragette movement - earth 20th century. Women campaigned for the right to vote.

Second wave: Campaigning for reproductive rights (abortionetc) and equal pay - 60s to 90s

Third wave: Women receiving more employment opportunities, whilst reclaiming femininity. 1990s - present

Fourth wave: Using social media and technology for campaigning and activism.

I do agree with this as feminists even today are always calling out people for their actions.


3) Focus on the examples in the article. Write a 100-word summary of EACH of the following: Everyday Sexism, HeForShe, FCKH8 campaign, This Girl Can.

This project was started by Laura Bates, from a website. She set it up to raise awareness of the different forms of sexual harassment that women got on a daily basis. The project helped people to share their experiences about what had happened to them. Also, this drew focus to the fact that these events occur quite regularly due to them becoming acceptable within society. The project gained recognition and became more well known due to its user-generated content and use of social media.

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 agree with this because they call out people on the media which makes more people aware and help make people not want to do it.