Sororities and Feminism

[33girl]

Originally Posted by AOII Angel

I wonder what exactly you think feminism means?

Unfortunately, like many people in her age group, she probably equates feminism with man-hating and overentitlement (gender feminism) instead of what it really is, equal opportunities to prove yourself (equity feminism).

[MysticCat]

Originally Posted by 33girl

Unfortunately, like many people in her age group, she probably equates feminism with man-hating and overentitlement (gender feminism) instead of what it really is, equal opportunities to prove yourself (equity feminism).

I've known women of every generation who are without a doubt feminists in terms of their support for the rights and equality of women, but who have not wanted to be called "feminist" because of the connotations and baggage that they perceive go with the term.

[HQWest]

Yes, feminism still recognizes the strengths and differences of each gender (or trans or bi - for that matter.) As a feminist though, I don't think that she should have to put up with sexual harassment or hazing because her chosen profession is historically male dominated.