Black-feminism Quote by Patricia Hill Collins
““as social conditions change, so must the knowledge and practices designed to resist them””
About This Quote
Source Book: Black Feminist Thought, 1990, discussing intersectionality and social change
Social conditions evolve, so the strategies to oppose oppression must also adapt
In simple terms: When society changes, resistance tactics must change too
Key Takeaway
Update knowledge and tactics as society shifts
Themes
social change
knowledge
resistance
Mood
critical
analytical
Type
theoretical
activist
When to use this quote
- policy reform
- community organizing
- education curricula
- activist training
Key Concepts
intersectionality
social theory
adaptation
Questions to Reflect On
- What new knowledge is needed to address emerging injustices?
- How can institutions support adaptive resistance?
A Different Perspective
Changing tactics may be resisted by entrenched interests
