Can you Define feminism in your words and describe how feminism is relevant or irrelevant in your life?

Answer 1

Feminism is the belief that men and women are equal, and should therefore be treated equally with no discrimination against women. For example, a woman should not be denied a certain job just because she is a woman. In recent times feminism has focused on removing unofficial inequalities such as the 'glass ceiling'. A common misconception is that feminists are all man-haters and lesbians, but this is certainly not the case.

As a young woman, feminism is relevant to me because I expect to be treated with respect regardless of my gender. I believe that feminism is relevant to all women - we take for granted the rights that past generations have fought for, for example the vote. Even if you don't agree with any of the candidates, you should still exercise your right to vote even if you end up spoiling your ballot paper, because other women have died to allow you to make that decision.