Liberal Feminism Fundamental Rights and Freedoms

Question: Discuss about theLiberal Feminism for Fundamental Rights and Freedoms. Answer: Liberal feminism is a socio-political approach which is aimed to attain equality of both men and women in the public sphere. The gender equality sought is only possible through equal access education for boys and girls, equal remuneration, equal job opportunities, and humane working environment for both sexes. To achieve its objective liberal feminism appeal to the political and the legal means as the avenues of achieving equality. Besides, it holds that state has the mandate of safeguarding fundamental rights and freedoms. Furthermore, liberal feminism advocate for affirmative action to enhance the equal chance for both genders. In pursuit of these objectives, liberal feminism seeks to break cultural and religious structures which justify gender inequality (Enslin, 2003, p. 74). I would have been a liberal feminist because of the conviction that both men and women are created equal, and that they are endowed with same rights to education, job opportunities, and political offices, as well as equal remuneration by their creator. It is undoubted that efforts by liberal feminist have resulted in many legal, political, social, and economic, as well as education reforms, which have continually improved the quality of life of both women and girls. For example, liberal feminism campaigns have seen many developed and developing countries outlaw any form of gender discrimination. Besides, in many countries, maternity leave is now recognized by law (Kensinger, 1997, p. 185). In conclusion, I hold that liberal feminism should not be obstructed from advocating equality and autonomy for women and girls through breaking down cultural and religious systems that enhance gender stratification. Reference Enslin, P. (2003). Liberal feminism, diversity and education. Theory and research in education,1(1), 73-87. Kensinger, L. (1997). (In) Quest of Liberal Feminism. Hypatia, 12(4), 178-197.