1. Forward: "Feminist and Queer resistance to Neo-Fascism's anti-'Gender Ideology' movements".
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Liu, Wen, Essig, Laurie, Ben Hagai, Ella, and Bhaumik, Munia
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GENDER differences (Sociology) , *LGBTQ+ activists , *PRO-choice movement , *REFUGEE camps , *SOCIAL services , *ABORTION laws , *SOLIDARITY , *PUBLIC sphere - Abstract
This text examines the global movement against "gender ideology" and its connection to various political movements. It discusses how feminist and queer theories have challenged traditional notions of gender and sex, leading to a backlash from religious and political forces. The article explores the rise of the anti-gender movement worldwide, linking it to economic insecurity and populist rhetoric. It highlights the targeting of LGBTQ individuals, feminists, and gender activists as enemies of the state. The article also explores the role of social media in amplifying and spreading anti-gender sentiments. It concludes by discussing the resistance against the anti-gender movement, including a new wave of feminist and queer resistance that rejects elitist liberal feminism and embraces populism. The text emphasizes successful resistance strategies such as solidarity, coalition-building, and acts of care and kindness. It concludes with poems that highlight the power of art in creating a more feminist and queer future. [Extracted from the article]
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- 2024
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