Sunday, April 5, 2009

Nationality

I think its hard to say which type of feminism would be better suited for cultural feminists. The global feminism approach seems to push their views on other cultures without any interest in the other cultures views. I believe it is a good idea to say that every woman has the right to not be oppressed but there are many hurdles to cross before that goal can happen in other cultures. The western cultures don't understand or seem to educate themselves on the customs of other cultures, they just feel that "the western way is the right way" regardless of what the cultural norms are in that society. The western thought is just to radical at this time in society for many cultures worldwide. 
The transnational feminist approach also has its downfalls. They may try to understand the cultures customs but they may overlook aspects to the customs as well. They seems to put up with too much. It is not OK for women to be punished for burning dinner, or for bride burning to happen, but the transnational approach would try to be understanding of their way of life and not try to educate on why it's not OK. 
Women worldwide need to become more educated not just so they can push closer to equality, because realistically thats not going to happen worldwide, but it is possible for women to be educated on respect for women. Women can not be allowed to be doormats for men. They should have every right to be educated on safer medical practices and empowerment. Women should play a vital role in society other than child bearing. They should be given a voice and a vote. Educating women can better the community and help them become members of society. The goal should be bringing the invisible to the visible. 

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