Three Waves of Feminism From Suffragettes to Grrls (original) (raw)

The paper explores the historical evolution of feminism through three distinct waves, contextualizing each wave within its socio-political landscape from the 19th to the 21st century. It discusses first-wave feminism's focus on voting rights and equality, second-wave feminism's emergence during the postwar era advocating for women's empowerment, and third-wave feminism characterized by a broader embrace of diversity and multiplicity in feminist discourse. The study highlights the interplay between feminism and communication scholarship, framing it as a significant dialogue about gender, power, and societal change.