Feminism
by Lizzy Olmsted
What is feminism?
The dictionary defines feminism as the belief that men and women should have equal rights and opportunities, but today it is gaining a much more negative definition. Many opposed to feminism often call feminists "femi-nazis". This connotation of feminists being compared to the Nazi party has stirred controversy among the feminist community, but what is leading people to have this idea of "femi-nazis"?
Femi-nazis
Radical feminists have coined the term "Femi-nazis". This is used to describe women who degrade men and are hateful toward men, using derogatory terms and insulting men. Their idea of feminism strays from the ideal of feminism. Equality among sexes is the belief and goal of feminism. Breaking the stigma of "femi-nazis" will lead to growth of feminism among both sexes.
Coco Chanel
Coco Chanel changed the way women's fashion was seen around the world. She designed trousers and men's style suits for women.
Betty Friedan
Friedan's book "The Feminist Mystique" is credited to starting the feminist movement int he late 60s and early 70s. She spent her life fighting for women's rights.
Emma Watson
The young actress has created a new wave of feminist movement when her speech at United Nations called for a new way of looking at gender. Watson has also started the #HeForShe movement