Feminism is incredibly important to me and my studies and identity. I identify as a sapphic woman and believe wholeheartedly that the movements toward gender equality are important. I do consider myself a feminist, however, I do acknowledge that the term has a loaded history.
Exclusionary non-inclusive feminism is not feminism. Inclusivity, understanding: those are the true traits of feminism. It is that, that allows for change. And I believe in inclusion and understanding and passion.
Bevin, I completely agree on the true traits of feminism, I think that it’s essential that inclusivity and understanding are fundamentally part of feminism. I also believe that acknowledging and learning about the loaded history of feminism can help us learn what true feminism looks like.