Introduction to feminism:Case study- Everyday Sexism

1) Laura Bates started the Everyday Sexism project because she realised that it was a recurring issue in her and almost every other women's life. Until speaking out about her experiences with others about the sexual harassment she gets, Laura thought it was normal due to everyone shutting her down and saying that women are equal now. However, she researched and found information that contrasts with the statement of 'women being equal' and decided to make website which enables people, men and women, from around the world to share their experiences.

2) The project links to the concept of post-feminism because it unveils the different forms of sexual harassment women get on a daily basis and how they experience this during a normal days routine, e.g. at their workplace or on their way home. In Western societies things are still developing and they still live in patriarchy. So feminism is needed in order for women to have equal rights and allow their voices to being heard.

3) New technology was essential to the success of the Everyday Sexism project because it enabled people from all around the world to access the site and share their experiences.

4) I believe that the Everyday Sexism project is successful as it has raised awareness and allows all the women to have a voice. However, it will not be needed in the future as it is and will always be a recurring issue because people who sexual harass don't change as they think that they are 'joking'. But, the site may not be needed either because it has raised so much awareness which has enabled more and more people to realise that it is an upsetting and delicate issue, which modern women won't take anymore and hopefully may stop.

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