The belief that women should be treated as social and political equals to men. The goal feminism is the same: equity for women. |
In the United States, there have been three major waves of feminism:
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This ABC News program anchored by Peter Jennings traces the evolution of women’s rights, from Susan B. Anthony through the fight for passage of the Equal Rights Amendment. Following the rocky road to true equality, it examines the contributions of pivotal figures such as Eleanor Roosevelt, Betty Friedan, Amelia Earhart, and Babe Didrickson.
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This video explores the concept of positive masculinity via Aragorn from Lord of the Rings.
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Author and gender activist Sam Killermann defines the concepts of gender identity, gender expression, and biological sex. Gender is different than sexual orientation; external genitalia do not dictate gender. A National Geographic Production.
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Pediatric endocrinologist Dr. Ximena Lopez started a clinic for transgender children. She discusses the harm in denying children their gender identities. The American Psychological Association now recognizes transgenderism as a normal biological process. Josselynn suffered depression with gender dysphoria.