Contemporary Feminist Theories

3 credits · Undergraduate

(1 hrs Lecture | 2 hrs Seminar/Discussion) This lecture/seminar course delves into contemporary feminist theories beginning in the 21st century and their implications for feminist practice through a combination of lectures, presentations, films, and seminar discussions. It addresses current concepts and issues of concern for feminist theorizing, activism, and praxis. It explores a range of theoretical frameworks such as critical race feminisms, transnational, anti-capitalist, and anti-imperialist feminisms, Indigenous feminisms, and queer and trans theorizing of gender and sexuality for their ability to help us better understand the changing realities of people's lived experiences. This course is required for majors, Honours, and minors in Women's and Gender Studies. Requisite Courses: WGS-2333 [prerequisite(s)].