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We Should All Be Feminists

Offered By: TEDx via YouTube

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TEDx Courses Social Justice Courses Feminism Courses Gender Equality Courses

Course Description

Overview

Explore renowned Nigerian novelist Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's powerful TEDx talk on feminism and gender equality. Delve into personal anecdotes and societal observations as Adichie challenges traditional notions of gender roles, discusses the impact of how we raise boys and girls differently, and examines the language surrounding marriage and relationships. Learn about the concept of gender as a system of oppression and discover why Adichie proudly embraces the label of "Happy African feminist." Gain insights into the importance of addressing gender inequality and fostering a more inclusive society through this thought-provoking 30-minute presentation.

Syllabus

Intro
First person to call me a feminist
Happy African feminist
Class monitor
Louie
We have different biological abilities
How we raise boys
How we raise girls
Marriage
Marriage language
Compromise
Attitude
Gender
System of oppression


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TEDx

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