Quote by Evie Shockley
““be they lawyers soldiers princesses prostitutes actors activists or acrobats on five continents in dozens of countries in the world the women are lying down for the men the men of many museums (in ‘At the musée de l’homme’)””
About This Quote
Source Poem: “At the musée de l’homme” by Evie Shockley, 2015
Women worldwide are often subjugated, reduced to passive roles while men dominate cultural institutions.
In simple terms: Women are kept down while men dominate.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and challenge gender inequality.
Themes
gender inequality
power dynamics
culture
global perspectives
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
analytical
poetic
When to use this quote
- activism
- education reform
- media critique
- policy advocacy
Key Concepts
patriarchy
subjugation
visibility
representation
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this portrayal reflect your own experience?
- What actions can shift these power imbalances?
A Different Perspective
The quote may overlook agency and resistance among women.
