CELEBRATING WOMEN
CELEBRATING WOMEN
America Ferrera’s Powerful Barbie Monologue: A Message of Empowerment
"This monologue resonates deeply with the concept of women's empowerment by shedding light on the pervasive double standards and the constant struggle women face in trying to meet society's conflicting demands...It encourages us to embrace our individuality and reject the notion that we must fit into a specific mold to be considered successful or worthy. The monologue serves as a powerful call to action for women to support each other, break free from these constraints, and work toward a more equitable society where women can thrive without the burden of unrealistic expectations."
"The Barbie film launched a huge conversation around feminism and the status of gender equity in the world today. America Ferrera, in her role as Gloria in the movie, delivered a speech that was widely labeled as 'stirring' and even 'the most important feminist monologue of our time.' We dug into the research and pulled out the facts to prove that while much progress has been made, we still have a long way to go in advancing true gender equity in the workplace."
What is Feminism, and Where Does It Go From Here?
"What does it mean to be a feminist in the 21st century? How have the movements that brought us here shaped the ways we understand feminist political theory? And, perhaps most importantly, what comes next?"
No, We Won't Calm Down - Tone Policing Is Just Another Way to Protect Privilege
Calm down so we can discuss this like adults.
"Tone policing focuses on the emotion behind a message rather than the message itself – and you might think you’re helping by making the conversation more 'comfortable.' But in this comic, Robot Hugs makes a great point about how tone policing protects privilege – and silences people who are hurting."
Resources
Max. (2023, December 22). America Ferrera's Iconic Barbie Speech [Video]. Youtube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CBqlDWHkdHk
Lebovic, Z., & Adhanom, E. (n.d.). America Ferrera's Powerful Barbie Monologue: A Message of Empowerment. The Bahá'í Chair for World Peace. https://www.bahaichair.umd.edu/blog/zwmql0paraov2eiens5gqgixcd7wu7#:~:text=You%20have%20to%20never%20get,It%27s%20too%20hard!
Catalyst. (n.d.). 7 Facts That Prove America Ferrera's Speech in Barbie Is True [Infographic]. Catalyst.org. https://www.catalyst.org/insights/2023/barbie-speech-infographic
CrashCourse. (2025, Janurary 9). What is Feminism, and Where Does it Go From Here? [Video]. Youtube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1mVuM6OeT7w
Robot Hugs. (2015, December 7). No, We Won't Calm Down - Tone Policing Is Just Another Way to Protect Privilege. Everyday Feminism. https://everydayfeminism.com/2015/12/tone-policing-and-privilege/
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