Economic equality Quote by Sheryl Sandberg
““Currently, only 24 percent of women in the United States say that they consider themselves feminists. Yet when offered a more specific definition of feminism--"A feminist is someone who believes in social, political, and economic equality of the sexes"--the percentage of women who agree rises to 65 percent.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Facebook Women in Leadership Conference, 2015
Women’s self‑identification as feminists rises sharply when feminism is defined clearly as gender equality.
In simple terms: Clear definition boosts feminist identification.
Key Takeaway
Define terms to reduce misconceptions.
Themes
gender
identity
politics
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
social
political
When to use this quote
- education campaigns
- workplace training
- public surveys
- media messaging
Key Concepts
feminism
social perception
Questions to Reflect On
- Why do labels matter?
- How can definitions be communicated effectively?
A Different Perspective
Some may reject the label despite agreement.
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