Name: Confessions of a bad feminist
Uploaded: 2015-06-22T15:22:48Z
Duration: 11 min 18 s
Description: When writer Roxane Gay dubbed herself a "bad feminist," she was making a joke, acknowledging that she couldn't possibly live up to the demands for perfection of the feminist movement. But she's realized that the joke rang hollow. In a thoughtful and provocative talk, she asks us to embrace all flavors of feminism -- and make the small choices that, en masse, might lead to actual change.

When writer Roxane Gay dubbed herself a "bad feminist," she was making a joke, acknowledging that she couldn't possibly live up to the demands for perfection of the feminist movement. But she's realized that the joke rang hollow. In a thoughtful and provocative talk, she asks us to embrace all flavors of feminism -- and make the small choices that, en masse, might lead to actual change.

Roxane Gay: Confessions of a bad feminist

Confessions of a bad feminist

Embracing all flavors of feminism, including the 'bad' ones, encourages inclusivity and challenges societal norms on gender equality.

Acknowledging imperfections in our feminism can lead to powerful societal change, emphasizing the need for diverse feminist voices.

Feminism empowered the speaker to reclaim her voice, showcasing its transformative power in healing and fostering resilience.