Description
In this panel, young feminist activists discuss their
areas of interest, what they see as the major challenges for feminist
movements, how organizing today compares to that by previous
generations, intersections between feminism and other approaches to
social justice, and how to build coalitions that can enact structural
change. Panelists include Dior Vargas, Sydnie Mosley '07, and Julie
Zeilinger '15. The discussion also included Jessica Danforth, who is not
included in the recording at her request. Dina Tyson '13 moderated the
panel.
Sonia Pierre (1963-2011), mobilized communities in the
Dominican Republic to advocate for citizenship and human rights for
Dominicans of Haitian descent. As the director of Movimiento de Mujeres
Dominico-Haitiana (MUDHA), she used legal challenges in domestic and
international courts to defend...
Published 12/06/12
The 2012-13 Africana Distinguished Alumna Series honors
one of Barnard’s most distinguished African American alumnae: Ntozake
Shange '70. A playwright, poet, and novelist of startling originality,
Shange is best known for her 1975 Obie Award-winning play, For Colored
Girls Who Have Considered...
Published 11/07/12