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Feminism tends to define gender as a social construction that is separate from a person's biological sex. Sex is determined by physical sex characteristics, and though in the western world it is usually thought of as a binary (male:female) many cultures recognize the existence of 3 or more sexes. Feminist write Anne Fausto-Sterling suggests that there are 5 sexes in her piece "The Five Sexes: Why Male and Female are Not Enough."
Gender is a social concept that encompasses the gender put on them by society as well as their own gender identity. Gender and sex do not always match. For instance, someone identified biologically as a man might identify internally as a woman. Many feminist theorists have developed ideas of fluid gender identity, in which a person's gender is not a fixed definition throughout their lifetime.
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What makes a feminist a feminist?
The answer to this question will vary depending on who you talk to, I call myslef a a feminist and to mean it is a person who believes in equality regardless of gender rules or social rules.
What does it mean to be a feminist?
Feminism is the movement that supports gender equality. To be a feminist is thus to be someone who thinks that men and women should be equal socially and economically.
Are women put here to serve man?
Well, this is a sensitive matter that depends on your opinion, your gender, and your opinion on your gender. If you ask a man who is sexist, he will answer yes. If you ask a woman who hates herself and her gender, she will say yes (unless she also hates men). If you ask a feminist, she will say, "NO!". And I'm a feminist. And I say, "NO!"!
Are all women movement feminist?
No, not all women are part of the feminist movement. Feminism is a belief in and advocacy for gender equality, but individuals have different beliefs and may not align themselves with the feminist movement.
What is the definition of a he-she?
The definition of he/she is the sex or gender of a person.
What has the author Christina Hughes written?
Christina Hughes has written: 'Mirrored Lives (Gender & Society: Feminist Perspectives on Past & Present)' 'Key Concepts in Feminist Theory and Research'
What has the author Louise Morley written?
Louise Morley has written: 'Feminist Academics: Creative Agents For Change (Gender and Society : Feminist Perspectives on the Past and Present)' 'School Effectiveness'
How does the feminist theory relate to autism?
Feminist theory doesn't relate to Autism. Feminist theory is philosophical thought out of the feminism movement, discussing issues of gender and social inequality. Feminism does seek to end ableism which can impact on Autistic people.
What are Men's Rights Activists - MRAs?
Males who apply critical thinking to the assumptions of radical gender feminist ideology.
Why did feminist movement grow out of the abolitionist movement'?
The abolitionist movement was against people being dis-empowered and enslaved because of their colour. The feminist movement grew from the same point, particularly in the USA and England, for women realized they had been dis-empowered because of their gender. Neither gender or colour was choice.
Is the definition a feminist is someone who thinks that women are better than men a persuasive definition?
I'm not sure what you mean by "persuasive". Your definition sounds negative to me. I would define a feminist to be someone who is actively seeking equal rights for women. ( As a not totally intended by product of that effort, she might not object if women were given more than equal rights, but I would not put that into the definition.)
What has the author Charlotte Witt written?
Charlotte Witt has written: 'The metaphysics of gender' -- subject(s): Sex role, Essentialism (Philosophy), Feminist theory, Philosophy, Gender identity, Sex
