Feminism in the 21st Century

Socialist Resistance no48 | page 7-8

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• What shape is the family in today?

• What is socialist feminism?

• What is third wave feminism? middle class women? • The origins of International women's day • Why are women paid less than men? • Women at the sharp edge of climate change Socialist Resistance will be hosting a forum on Feminism in the 21st Century which will involve speakers from Portugal, France and Britain. Through plenary and workshop discussions we will discuss a range of issues including: • Women in the 21st Century - how does globalisation affect women's lives • Was the women's liberation movement of the 70s and 80s just a load of white • Why control of our bodies is central to control of our lives.

SATURDAY NOVEMBER 24 at the University of London Union from 10.30-5.50 £10 waged £4 unwaged for advanced registration (£12/£5 on the day)