Feminist movements

Definition

Feminist movements encompass various social, political, and cultural campaigns throughout history that seek to achieve women's rights on an equal basis with men.

Related terms

Suffrage Movement: Refers to the fight for women's right to vote during the late 19th century and early 20th century.

First Wave Feminism: This term represents the feminist movement from the mid-19th century until early 20th century primarily focusing on legal rights such as property ownership and marriage laws.

Intersectionality: It is a concept acknowledging that individuals can experience overlapping forms of oppression based on their race, class, sexuality, or other identities in addition to gender discrimination.