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Ain’t I a Woman

11 min read 15 min listen Narrated by Sophie
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What’s it about?

A searing critique of how racism and sexism intertwine to uniquely oppress Black women, exposing the failures of both feminism and civil rights movements.

You’ll learn

  • Racism and sexism are interlocking systems
  • Mainstream feminism historically excluded Black women
  • Black women face triple oppression: race, gender, class
  • Self-love is essential for liberation