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The Black Feminist Movement, Womanism, and Intersectionality

Maya Hall

Maya Hall

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This study guide covers the foundations of Black Feminism, including its historical roots with early activists like Sojourner Truth and the emergence of the movement in the 1970s. It explores key concepts such as the Combahee River Collective Statement, Alice Walker's Womanism, and Kimberlé Crenshaw's Intersectionality. The guide delves into the core principles and issues addressed by the Combahee River Collective, emphasizing the interconnectedness of oppressions like racism, sexism, classism, and homophobia.

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1. Foundations of Black Feminism

1.1 Historical Roots 🕰️

  • Early Activists: Black women like Jarena Lee, Sojourner Truth, and Harriet Tubman were the OG's. They fought both racism and sexism way back in the 18th and 19th centuries. Think of them as the foundational pillars of Black feminism. ✊
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They didn't just fight one battle; they fought two – racism and sexism!

- **Dual Oppression:** They experienced a unique kind of oppression—both as Black people and as women. This dual struggle is key to understanding Black feminism.

1.2 The 1970s: A Movement Emerges 🌱

  • Inspiration: The Black feminist movement of the 1970s directly drew from the legacy of those early activists. It's all connected! ...
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