The Equality Illusion
- 285 pages
- 10 hours of reading
Today, many believe feminism has achieved its goals and that equality between women and men exists. This perception is misleading. In the UK, full-time working women earn, on average, seventeen percent less than men. Domestic violence results in more deaths and disabilities among women aged sixteen to forty-four than cancer or traffic accidents. Globally, only fifteen percent of parliamentary seats are occupied by women, and fewer than twenty percent of UK MPs are women. Additionally, the number of men purchasing sex acts doubled in the 1990s in the UK. From body image to education, women in the twenty-first century still face significant inequalities. The author presents a compelling argument that feminism remains one of the most pressing social justice movements today. By structuring the narrative around a typical day, she highlights key issues for contemporary feminism and their impact on daily life. She challenges conventional views on choice and empowerment, which have been appropriated by the beauty and sex industries, and disputes the idea that biology is the main cause of gender inequality. Drawing from her campaigning experience, academic research, and numerous interviews, the author provides insights into grassroots activism and resources for involvement.
