Is Micro Feminism Empowering White Women While Leaving Others Behind?

Send us Fan MailMicro feminism is the practice of small, intentional daily acts that challenge gender norms, like defaulting to "she" for unknown CEOs or crediting women whose ideas get taken in meetings. Karen and Jonelle unpack why this TikTok-viral trend empowers individual white women but often stalls before reaching intersectional action, leaving women of color out of the equation. They explore how patriarchy functions as a system of values rather than a war against individual men, and why moving from micro acts to systemic change is the real work.CALLS TO ACTIONThis week, notice one moment where you default to a male assumption, whether it's imagining a CEO, a doctor, or a sports figure. Pause and ask yourself: where did that assumption come from?Look at one space in your life, your workplace, your friend group, your church, and ask: whose voice is missing from the conversation? Not just 'more women,' but which women?If micro feminism resonates with you, take it one step further this week. Instead of just a personal act, do something systemic: recommend a woman of color for a role, share her work publicly, or push back on a policy that excludes.We would love to hear from you! Contact us at [email protected] the show