Model of Feminist Theory

Title

Model of Feminist Theory

Description

"Figure 1 presents a model of feminist theory that begins with the belief that systems exist that oppress and work against individuals. The model then shows that oppression is based on intersecting identities that can create discrimination and exclusion. The model indicates the idea that, through knowledge and action, oppressive systems can be disrupted to support change and understanding" (Egbert and Roe 2020, p. 1).

The topographic hierarchy of Egbert and Roe's diagram, in which boxes are oriented higher and higher with each step, suggests progress being achieved as unjust systems are dismantled with the strategies highlighted in the diagram. This design choice particularly caught my attention, because the idea of hierarchy appears in feminist theory in two very different ways. On one hand, it can be used to highlight patriarchy. On another hand, it can be used to think about progress or the passing of time as Egbert and Roe do here.

Designer

Joy Egbert and Mary Roe

Bibliographic Citation

Egbert, J., Roe, M. (2020) "Theoretical Models for Teaching and Research" PressBooks

is composed of

Square

Arrows

depict things of type

Structural or Hierarchical

Sequence or Process