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A Feminist Mythology takes us on a poetic journey through the
canonical myths of femininity, testing them from the point of view
of our modern condition. A myth is not an object, but rather a
process, one that Chiara Bottici practises by exploring different
variants of the myth of "womanhood" through first- and third-person
prose and poetry. We follow a series of myths that morph into each
other, disclosing ways of being woman that question inherited
patriarchal orders. In this metamorphic world, story-telling is not
just a mix of narrative, philosophical dialogues and metaphysical
theorizing: it is a current that traverses all of them by
overflowing the boundaries it encounters. In doing so, A Feminist
Mythology proposes an alternative writing style that recovers
ancient philosophical and literary traditions from the pre-Socratic
philosophers and Ovid's Metamorphoses to the philosophical novellas
and feminist experimental writings of the last century.
The purpose of this book is to understand the lived experiences of
Black women diversity practitioners at historically white higher
education, healthcare, and corporate institutions before, during,
and after the dual pandemics of COVID-19 and the racial reckoning
of 2020. There is limited research on Black women's experiences in
these positions outside of higher education. The stories and
research provided in this book offers crucial information for
institutions to look inward at the cultures and practices of their
organizations that directly impact Black women diversity
practitioners. In addition, implications for culture shifts and
policy transformation would support Black women currently in these
positions and women looking to break into the field of diversity,
equity, and inclusion. This is a essential text for higher
education staff and administration, CEOs, and leadership in
corporate America and healthcare.
Best-selling author Dr. Myles Munroe offers daily practical and biblical advice for women. Based on two of his most popular books, Understanding the Purpose and Power of Women and Understanding the Purpose and Power of Men, this 90-day devotional will help you truly understand your God-given purpose and power as a woman. Each day’s reading includes teaching and encouragement, a Scripture reading from both the Old and New Testaments, and a thought for the day to draw you closer to God and His purposes for you.
Explore the nature and role of women as God intended, addressing such issues as: How is a woman uniquely different from a man? What are the purpose and design of the woman? What are a woman’s emotional and sexual needs? What is a woman's role as a leader? What does the Bible really teach about women? As Dr. Munroe writes, "A woman cannot fulfill her purpose unless she is in relationship with God." Through this devotional, you can deepen your relationship with your heavenly Father and fulfill your potential as an integral part of His eternal purposes.
Discussions surrounding the bias and discrimination against women
in business have become paramount within the past few years. From
wage gaps to a lack of female board members and leaders, various
inequities have surfaced that are leading to calls for change. This
is especially true of Black women in academia who constantly face
the glass ceiling. The glass ceiling represents the metaphor for
prejudice and discrimination that women may experience in the
attainment of leadership positions. The glass ceiling is a barrier
so subtle yet transparent and strong that it prevents women from
moving up. There is a need to study the trajectory of Black females
in academia specifically from faculty to leadership positions and
their navigation of systemic roadblocks encountered along their
quest to success. Black Female Leaders in Academia: Eliminating the
Glass Ceiling With Efficacy, Exuberance, and Excellence features
full-length chapters authored by leading experts offering an
in-depth description of topics related to the trajectory of Black
female leaders in higher education. It provides evidence-based
practices to promote excellence among Black females in academic
leadership positions. The book informs higher education top-level
administration, policy experts, and aspiring leaders on how to best
create, cultivate, and maintain a culture of Black female
excellence in higher education settings. Covering topics such as
barriers to career advancement, the power of transgression, and
role stressors, this premier reference source is an essential
resource for faculty and administrators of higher education,
librarians, policymakers, students of higher education,
researchers, and academicians.
A study of the impact of sexism on black women during slavery, the
historic devaluation of black womanhood, sexism among black men,
racism within the women's movement and the black woman's
involvement with feminism. Hooks refutes the antifeminist claim
that black women have no need for an autonomous women's movement.
She pushes feminist dialogue to new limits by claiming that all
progressive struggles are significant only when they take place
within a broadly defined feminist movement which takes as its
starting point the immutable facts of race, class and gender.
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