Quiz #6 Flashcards
What is IR feminism?
IR feminism is a perspective in international relations that focuses on how global politics and power structures are shaped by gender. It highlights the experiences of women and other marginalized groups, which are often overlooked in traditional IR theories.
Why is IR feminism important?
Answer: It is important because it brings attention to inequalities and injustices in global politics, such as gender-based violence, unequal representation in leadership, and how war and peace affect men and women differently.
What does IR feminism criticize?
IR feminism criticizes traditional IR theories like realism and liberalism for ignoring gender and for being focused only on male-dominated spaces like war, diplomacy, and state power.
What does “gender” mean in IR feminism?
In IR feminism, “gender” refers to the social and cultural roles, expectations, and power relations between men and women, not just biological differences.
How does IR feminism view war?
IR feminism views war as not just a conflict between states but as a phenomenon that disproportionately harms women through sexual violence, displacement, and exploitation.
How does IR feminism challenge global governance?
IR feminism argues that global institutions like the United Nations often fail to address gender issues effectively, as they are dominated by male perspectives and leadership.
What is the goal of IR feminism?
