Feminism Quote by Kimberle Williams Crenshaw
“I think that the same kind of openness and fluidity and willingness to interrogate power that we, as feminists, expect from men in alliance on questions of class should also be the expectation that women of colour can rely upon with our white feminist allies.”
About This Quote
Feminist solidarity should include intersectional expectations of openness and power critique.
In simple terms: Women of color deserve the same allyship as men.
Demand intersectional allyship.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- activism
- policy advocacy
- community organizing
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can allies practice true intersectional support?
- What barriers exist for inclusive feminism?
Potential resistance from entrenched allies.