Woman must not accept; she must challenge. She must not be awed by that which has been built up around her; she must reverence that woman in her which struggles for expression.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Women should not accept the status quo; they must challenge it and honor the inner struggle for expression.
- In plain terms
- Women must challenge oppression and value their own voice.
- What can you take from it?
- Encourage women to resist and express themselves.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What concrete actions can women take to challenge oppression?
- How can allies support this struggle?
Another view
The statement is broad and lacks concrete steps.
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