How White Feminism Betrays Women of Color

White feminism is a term used to describe the dominant form of feminism in the United States. It is a feminism that is focused on the experiences and needs of white women, and it often ignores or marginalizes the experiences and needs of women of color.

White Tears/Brown Scars: How White Feminism Betrays Women of Color

by Ruby Hamad

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White feminism has a long history of betrayal of women of color. In the early days of the women's suffrage movement, white feminists often excluded women of color from their organizations and campaigns. They argued that women of color were not ready for suffrage, and that they would be better off focusing on other issues, such as education and economic opportunity.

This pattern of exclusion continued throughout the 20th century. White feminists often failed to speak out against racism and discrimination, and they often supported policies that harmed women of color. For example, white feminists supported the mass incarceration of Black men, which has had a devastating impact on Black families and communities.

Today, white feminism continues to betray women of color. White feminists often fail to address the unique challenges faced by women of color, such as racism, sexism, and poverty. They also often prioritize the needs of white women over the needs of women of color. For example, white feminists have been more likely to support policies that benefit white women, such as abortion rights and paid family leave, than policies that benefit women of color, such as affordable housing and childcare.

The betrayal of women of color by white feminism is a serious problem. It has prevented women of color from achieving full equality, and it has contributed to the ongoing oppression of women of color. It is time for white feminists to acknowledge their complicity in this betrayal, and to work to create a more inclusive and just feminism.

Here are some concrete ways that white feminists can work to address the betrayal of women of color:

• Listen to women of color. Center their voices and experiences in your conversations and work.
• Educate yourself about racism and intersectionality. Understand how racism and other forms of oppression impact women of color.
• Challenge racist and sexist policies and practices. Speak out against racism and discrimination, and support policies that benefit women of color.
• Support organizations that are working to address the needs of women of color. Donate your time and money to organizations that are working to create a more just and equitable society for all women.

By working together, we can create a feminism that is truly inclusive and just. A feminism that works for all women, regardless of their race, gender, or background.

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White Tears/Brown Scars: How White Feminism Betrays Women of Color

by Ruby Hamad

4.8 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1860 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	304 pages

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