This Book Is Feminist: An Intersectional Primer for Next-Gen Changemakers by Jam

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This Book is Feminist is a stylishly illustrated introduction to intersectional feminism and its roots for young feminists in training.

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A vibrantly illustrated introduction to intersectional feminism for next-generation changemakers.Who has power? Who creates the rules? How do identities intersect? Explore the points where gender, race, class, ability, sexuality and culture meet. Learn from author Jamia Wilson's lived experience, read the statistics, and gain strength in quotes from feminist firebrands and activists. Along the way, respond to calls to action and form your own views on the 'F' word.This book is for everyone. Discover the history and meaning of the feminist movement through 15 reasons why feminism improves life for everyone. By exploring who has been left out of the movement historically, this book makes sure everybody is included."I am a feminist. I've been female for a long time now. It'd be stupid not to be on my own side." - Maya AngelouWhat have you been taught about who has power and who makes the rules? Have you ever been lost for words at an old-school family friend's 'kind' but sexist comments? Do you agree with equality and strive for justice, but struggle to take on the name 'Feminist'? Then read on. In this new feminist classic, the focus is intersectional from the beginning, not just as an add-on. Using the framework of personal is political, Jamia Wilson - former director of the Feminist Press - analyses her own experiences, before expanding outwards and drawing on stats, quotes and luminaries to gain strength from.Expand what feminism means to you, your community and society by examining these 15 themes: feminism, identity, justice, education, money, power, health, wellness, freedom, relationships, media, safety, activism and movements, innovation, and an interactive exploration of what feminism means to you. You will close the book with an understanding that history and culture play a role in shaping systems of power and of what we can do with our strengths, community and values to help change course when needed. You wont have read a feminist tome like this before.Other inspiring books authored by Jamia Wilson: Young Gifted and Black, Step Into Your Power and Big Ideas for Young Thinkers.'Alive, engaging, comprehensive and fun. I'm thrilled people of all ages will read this primer on the ways that forces of history and power shape our lives and the inspiring movements creating a better world. Wilson expertly connects systems and collectivism to the needs and dreams of the individual reader. I came away from it thankful, and proud to be a feminist.' -Tavi Gevinson, actor, writer, and founder of Rookie Magazine

Author Biography

Jamia Wilson is the executive director and publisher of the Feminist Press. An activist and writer, Wilson has contributed to New York Magazine, The New York Times and The Guardian amongst many others. She is the author of Young Gifted and Black, Step Into Your Power and Big Ideas for Young Thinkers; a co-author of Road Map for Revolutionaries; and wrote the introduction and oral history to Together We Rise: Behind the Scenes at the Protest Heard Around the World.Aurelia Durand is a French illustrator based in Paris. Her work, which includes the illustrations for the #1 New York Times bestseller This Book Is Anti-Racist, is dedicated to representing people of colour in society, and she uses bold art as a vivid demonstration. "I use vibrant colours and joyful music to spread good vibes to talk about diversity and open a conversation about why it matters to include more colour in our society." She wants to create more nuanced illustrative stories by portraying women of colour standing proudly and fiercely.

Review

'Punchy, full of stats, quotes and cool illustrations, this excellent book draws from Jamia Wilson's lived experience but also is thought-provoking and challenges and covers a wide range of topic – from health, education, money and power through to activism and innovation.' * City Kids *'a really accessible look at feminism and how it benefits us all, our family and wider community.'  * School Notices Magazine *'An insightful book for next-gen gamechangers,'  * WRD EXTRA *

Long Description

" This Book is Feminist is a stylishly illustrated introduction to intersectional feminism and its roots for young feminists in training. A vibrantly illustrated introduction to intersectional feminism for next-generation changemakers. Who has power? Who creates the rules? How do identities intersect? Explore the points where gender, race, class, ability, sexuality and culture meet. Learn from author Jamia Wilson's lived experience, read the statistics, and gain strength in quotes from feminist firebrands and activists. Along the way, respond to calls to action and form your own views on the 'F' word. This book is for everyone. Discover the history and meaning of the feminist movement through 15 reasons why feminism improves life for everyone. By exploring who has been left out of the movement historically, this book makes sure everybody is included. ""I am a feminist. I've been female for a long time now. It'd be stupid not to be on my own side."" - Maya Angelou What have you been taught about who has power and who makes the rules? Have you ever been lost for words at an old-school family friend's 'kind' but sexist comments? Do you agree with equality and strive for justice, but struggle to take on the name 'Feminist'? Then read on. In this new feminist classic, the focus is intersectional from the beginning, not just as an add-on. Using the framework of personal is political, Jamia Wilson - former director of the Feminist Press - analyses her own experiences, before expanding outwards and drawing on stats, quotes and luminaries to gain strength from. Expand what feminism means to you, your community and society by examining these 15 themes: feminism, identity, justice, education, money, power, health, wellness, freedom, relationships, media, safety, activism and movements, innovation, and an interactive exploration of what feminism means to you. You will close the book with an understanding that history and culture play a role in shaping systems of power and of what we can do with our strengths, community and values to help change course when needed. You wont have read a feminist tome like this before. Other inspiring books authored by Jamia Wilson: Young Gifted and Black , Step Into Your Power and Big Ideas for Young Thinkers . 'Alive, engaging, comprehensive and fun. I'm thrilled people of all ages will read this primer on the ways that forces of history and power shape our lives and the inspiring movements creating a better world. Wilson expertly connects systems and collectivism to the needs and dreams of the individual reader. I came away from it thankful, and proud to be a feminist.' -Tavi Gevinson, actor, writer, and founder of Rookie Magazine"

Review Quote

Twenty reasons why feminism makes life better for everyone, and what we can do to promote change. A stylish exploration of intersectional feminism from the same creative team as This Book is Anti-Racist.

Details ISBN071125639X Author Aurelia Durand Pages 160 Year 2021 ISBN-10 071125639X ISBN-13 9780711256392 Publication Date 2021-06-29 Format Paperback UK Release Date 2021-06-29 Audience Age 11-15 Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom AU Release Date 2021-06-29 Subtitle An Intersectional Primer for Next-Gen Changemakers Illustrator Aurelia Durand Series Empower the Future DEWEY 305.42 Audience Children / Juvenile Publisher Quarto Publishing PLC Imprint Frances Lincoln Children's Books NZ Release Date 2021-07-01 We've got this

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