bell hooks Flashcards
What is intersectionality?
It recognises that different forms of discrimination such as race, class, sexuality and ability.
When was intersectionality first introduced?
1989
what is intersectional feminism?
It aims to address the overlapping inequalities of race, class, sexuality, ability as well as gender.
why is bell hooks name never spelt with capital letters?
to show that she isn’t defined by her just her name alone.
what concept does hooks introduce?
Oppositional gaze as a form of resistance.
What does hooks believe can happen by critically analyse media and cultural productions?
That individuals can uncover and challenge systems of dominance.
what does hook write about love?
That it is a transformative power and the importance of building inclusive, caring communities.
Love is a radical act that can challenge oppression and foster social justice.
Does she criticise the patriarchal system?
Yes, and she explores how patriarchy intersects with race and class to maintain social hierarchies.
what is feminism to hooks?
the struggle to end patriarchy and the oppression of women.
fight for equality.
Why isn’t feminism just a lifestyle choice to hooks?
To be a feminists ,in hooks opinion, you need to be politically active, campaigning, fighting and doing something within society to change things.
It’s a political commitment.
Does hooks believe in intersectionality?
Yes she believes that there are levels of discrimination and oppression based on ethnicity and class. We need to understand these to be able to understand what it is like for all women.
which class is discriminated against more?
Working/ lower class.
what is the patriarchal system?
A system that upholds male dominance and marginalizes women
what is hooks critical of with African American women and BAME women in media?
the way that they’re subjected in media texts and overly sexualised
Wht stereotypes does the media present about BAME/ African American women?
They are objects to entice the male gaze instead of being empowered because of intellect, ability etc
