Citizens Quote by Sheila Jeffreys
“Women are prevented by the threat and reality of male violence from entering public space on equal terms with male citizens.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Oppression of Women, 1991
Women are excluded from public life because male violence creates fear and actual danger, limiting equality.
In simple terms: Male violence blocks women's equal public participation.
Key Takeaway
Challenge and, promote safety.
Themes
gender inequality
public space
violence
feminism
Mood
concerned
determined
Type
social critique
activist
When to use this quote
- protests
- urban planning
- policy advocacy
- community safety initiatives
- legal reform
Key Concepts
Patriarchal power
social control
intersectionality
Questions to Reflect On
- How can societies redesign public spaces to be truly inclusive?
- What policies most effectively reduce gendered violence?
A Different Perspective
Addressing violence alone doesn't guarantee equal access without broader cultural change.
