butler Flashcards
what is Judith Butlers Theory called?
Queer theory: gender performativity
what is performativity in terms of gender?
Gender is not something one is, but something one does. it is a series of acts, behaviours, and performances that are repeated over time.
what is performance in terms of gender?
unlike acting a role in a play, these performances are unconscious and deeply ingrained, shaped by societal norms and expectations.
what is stylized repetition of acts?
gender identity id constructed through the repeated performance of gendered behaviours. these acts are not expressions of a pre-existing identity but rather create the illusion of a stable gender identity.
examples of stylized repetition of acts?
wearing makeup, speaking in a certain tone, or engaging in specific activities are acts that perform gender a specific binary gender.
what does Judith Butler say about gender identity?
“a performative accomplishment” “compelled by social sanction and taboo… gender is… an identity instituted through a repetition of acts”
what are cultural norms?
the behaviours that are deemed appropriate by society for different genders. Individuals internalize and reproduce these norms through their actions.
what is the construction of gender?
Butlers theory suggests that gender is a social construct, maintained through these repeated performances rather than being an innate quality.
how does butler see gender in terms on historically?
as a historic situation rather than a historical fact.
what is fluidity in gender?
gender is seen as fluid and open to change, depending on social and historical circumstances.
what is contextual nature in terms of gender?
gender is a historical situation situation, meaning it is shaped by historical and cultural contexts. what it means to be a man or a woman can vary greatly across different times and cultures.
what is variation in gender?
gender norms and expectations are not universal. they evolve over time and differ across societies, influences by cultural, political and societal changes.
how does power relations connect to gender?
the construction of gender is influenced by power dynamics and discourse that dictate what is considered normal or acceptable.
how can you challenge gender norms?
by understanding gender as a historical situation, it becomes possible to challenge and change oppressive gender norms and stereotypes.
how can media use butlers ideas to be inclusive?
to produce content that represents gender diversity and challenges rigid norms. by showcasing a wider range of gender expressions, media can empower individuals to break fee from restrictive gender roles.
