Susanvoth.com

Product Description:

Feminist thought, action and practice are always dynamic, in a state of change. Theories and ideas from second-wave feminism are now shaping the theories and ideas of a third-wave. Younger women coming to the women's movement today have a lot to say about feminism. And they want to say it in their own way.

<Turbo Chicks is an energetic collection of prose, poetry, theoretical explorations, zines and photo essays. The contributors come from all walks of life, different ages and experiences, sexual orientations, social and cultural backgrounds. Together their pieces build a conversation that is vital to hear. They present issues that feminists struggle with everywhere: how to put convictions into practice, how to talk about race, class, education, ability, sexuality and the privileging of voice. Each contributor identifies ten people who have influenced her and provides her own definition of feminism that broadens the dialogue.

The collection is organized into four sections. "My First Feminism" explores the meaning of feminism to different women. "What's Big and Hairy: Expanding Identity" explores the multiple identities of sexuality, physical representation/fashion, weight and body image and creative expression. In "Schooling Feminisms" contributors open the theoretical dialogue and formulate questions that stretch and reshape feminist theories. Finally, "Fun Feminist Activities" looks at the activism of feminists in the broader women's movement. Contributors share their insights into where they think feminism is going and its possible directions. Turbo Chicks is the bridge that connects what is and what will be, clearly and powerfully demonstrating that feminist thought is dynamic, meaningful and enduring.