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We Should All Be Feminists

Offered By: TED via YouTube

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TED Courses Critical Thinking Courses Empathy Courses Social Justice Courses Self-reflection Courses Feminism Courses Gender Equality Courses Stereotypes Courses Socialization Courses

Course Description

Overview

Explore the concept of feminism and gender equality in this thought-provoking TED Talk by acclaimed author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie. Examine societal expectations placed on both girls and boys, and how these expectations shape their ambitions, behaviors, and self-perceptions. Discover how gender roles are internalized from an early age and their impact on personal and professional lives. Analyze the limitations imposed by traditional gender norms and their consequences for both men and women. Consider alternative perspectives on gender equality and envision a fairer world where individuals are free to be their authentic selves. Reflect on the importance of challenging existing systems of oppression and redefining societal norms to create a more inclusive and equitable future for all.

Syllabus

Intro
First person to call me a feminist
Class monitor
A boy becomes class monitor
Louis is a man
We have different biological abilities
Men rule the world
We stifle the humanity of boys
We leave boys with fragile egos
We teach girls to aspire to marriage
We internalize ideas from our socialization
We teach females to compromise
We teach girls shame
The problem with gender
What if
The ugly suit
The problem of gender
Systems of oppression


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