The Global Rise of Anti-Gender Movements and Feminist Resistance Strategies
A Critical Analysis
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https://doi.org/10.22151/politikon.12025.0Keywords:
Anti-gender Movements, Feminist Resistance, Feminist Movements, Gender Politics, Transnational Solidarity, Right-wing PopulismAbstract
In recent years, there has been a noticeable surge in anti-gender and anti-feminist discourses in international politics. Politicians, policymakers, and diverse societal actors in various countries challenge or reject feminist ideas and gender-related concepts, as well as support policy changes that erode the structures and institutions that have been instrumental in upholding women's rights, promoting gender equality, and protecting the rights of LGBTQ people. This special issue of Politikon: The IAPSS Journal of Political Science seeks to explore the multifaceted nature of these discourses, examining their origins, implications, and potential impacts on domestic, regional, and international levels. Additionally, it aims to identify strategies and opportunities for feminist resistance and advocacy in the face of the backlash.
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