“Feminism is the Awareness of the Inequities That Exist Within the Intersections of Identity”: An Interview with Dr. Candice Maier

ABSTRACT

PhD student, Jessica Holmes, interviews Dr. Candice Maier about the new wave of feminism and what it means to her. In this interview, Dr. Maier discussed the importance of intersectionality and the focus of feminism turning to not just women’s rights, but equity and justice for all oppressed populations. Dr. Maier discusses the need for ongoing self-reflection as well as a commitment to lifelong learning when it comes to understanding others’ experiences. This includes challenging ourselves as a society to collaborate with one another so we come together to create the change that is needed.

KEYWORDS:

• Feminism
• intersectionality

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