9780190876340

0190876344

"New aspects of the misogyny that impacts girls and women worldwide continue to emerge every day. However, recent movements (e.g., #MeToo, Time's Up, the Women's March) indicate a strong hunger for a meaningful resource for thoughtful activists. Impassioned but practical, this book discusses the social contexts of misogyny, such as toxic masculinity and rape culture. It traces the history of misogyny and considers its meaning today-what is new and what is old. The author also proposes strategies for effective feminist action. Written for advocates of gender equality who are already aware of misogyny, the book includes Action Steps as tools for activism on both the individual and political levels. Misogyny is a timely text that offers concrete guidance as we strive for the egalitarian society that, despite all setbacks, we are capable of achieving."-- Provided by publisher.

"Impassioned but practical, this book will call out what needs to be called out about misogyny and propose strategies for effective action. Most of the current books on feminism are "wake up calls" but this book is aimed toward the persons who are already aware and want to fight misogyny"-- Provided by publisher.

Introduction: I'm a feminist - now what?

A closer look at misogyny

Silencing of women

Intersectionality

When masculinity becomes toxic

When a culture is embedded with rape

Pandora's jar: the messy politics of reproductive health

Reflections: the inner work of activism

Taking action: the outer work of activism

Failure is impossible.

Women > Psychology.

SOCIAL SCIENCE > Feminism & Feminist Theory.

Women > Psychology.