feminism
At its core, feminism is the simple conviction that women are equal to men in every regard, and should be treated as such.
4 Feminist Icons on Television
“What’s the trick to writing a great female character? Make her human.” – Nicole Holofcener, film writer Through decades of television, we've watched women grow from props and artwork to superheroes and storymakers. Writers are increasingly conscious of creating complex feminine characters with their own agency.
By Robyn Reisch5 years ago in Viva
The Progress of Feminism
Feminism has been around for millennia. When I say this, I'm referring to women who have held some high level of administrative and executive position responsible for the operation of a empire, kingdom, republic, democratic federation and so on. I believe when a woman holds considerable power either domestically, internationally, economically, politically and corporately, I believe it's a sign of feminism at work. Nowadays, I see many women at the top of power. This trend has progressed through the industrial modern era with Suffrage, present day and future. Of course. If a man can do it, so can a woman, right? A society can't function properly if an entire gender is marginalized, subjugated and segregated. Everyone has to be involved in order for it to prosper on a grand scale. Yet it doesn't happen all the time and there's historic evidence to show this. But why was there a need for feminism in the first place? Let's find out.
By Kevin Tennert5 years ago in Viva
Love is . Part ||
Remember Who You Are. "We build our own garden. We sow the seeds and nourish the leaves. Plant yourself within the soil, rooted in your authenticity. Shower yourself with praise, love and adoration. See your worth. Know your value. And know that any who try to take your voice are not doing it for your own good but for theirs. Never make it easy for them, rage against their tyranny. They fear us, you see. They fear the power of the feminine." - An excerpt from the Girl God Anthology, Original Resistance: Reclaiming Lilith, Reclaiming Ourselves. C. Ara Campbell
By 𝐿𝑜𝓋𝑒 𝐼𝓈 𝒮𝑒𝓇𝒾𝑒𝓈 🌹5 years ago in Viva
Has Feminism Become Toxic?
The short answer is yes. Over the years feminism, which once was a righteous fight for basic opportunities and rights for women. Has become an excuse to both demoralize women and demonize men. Yet mainstream media bends over backwards in order to portray this new feminism as a righteous fight that needs to be pushed even further because women are becoming more and more oppressed by the evil men who have all the power and privilege. You see so much news coverage and social media comments gushing over our woman this and that in our government, but only in the Democratic party. Any woman this or that within the Republican party is undermined and ignored, but that is a completely different topic altogether. The fact is the media acts like women need to continue to persevere in a society that only rewards men. On top of that women are pressured by music, art, and social media to show off their bodies and do provocative things in order to persevere against men. Basically women should be free to show everything without fear of being shamed. And if you dare to shame them you are a misogynist. Misogyny is a word that is being thrown around to the point where the meaning have become soft. Less severe. Less meaningful. When a word that should hold weight has become weightless that should be a red flag. Yet if you say something you risk being shunned. This problem I am seeing with feminism matters to me because I am a woman who cares about people of all walks of life. Another reason why this issue that I am seeing matters to me is because I bought into a lot of it.
By Scarwled Writing5 years ago in Viva
Labels have Responsibilities
The days of women sufferings have come to last few laps in our society but it's always the last stains that are the most stubborn. 19th century saw the rise of feminism from the french word "féminisme" but it was the 20th century this word gained traction in the global liberal world.
By Mudit Sharma5 years ago in Viva
Rich White Feminism
About six months ago, I wrote a short confessional article about a friend I drove to the grocery store, and I missed the point of that entire experience. Recently, I've started reading Hood Feminism: Notes from the Women That a Movement Forgot by Mikki Kendall, and I achieved some clarity about where the feminist movement really needs to divert its attention.
By Brittany MacKeown5 years ago in Viva
Let's Talk About the 97%
I think it's time to talk about this. Primarily because of April 24th. I know it's passed but, the fact that people have considered that particular "national day" to be a joke, it's time we bring out statistics and discuss the nitty-gritty.
By Camu Tao Fan 1999🪲5 years ago in Viva
I Just Wanted a Glass of Wine, Hold the Stalker Vibes
It was a Friday night in September, and I was just getting off a long day of work, at the barber shop. I was covered in other people's hair, and exhausted in every way, shape and form from standing on my feet and listening to strangers problems for eight hours straight. All I wanted to do was put on some sweats, open a bottle of wine, and snuggle up on the couch with my pup, while watching The Golden Girls.
By Danielle Hein5 years ago in Viva
Women in Power
Retail manager may seem menial to most but to me it is a career in the making. I have not necessarily suffered hardships and oppression but I have suffered from ageism and sexism in regards to my title. This post is meant to shed some light on the thoughts and feelings of one young woman in a leadership role; myself.
By Alexis Hurley5 years ago in Viva
