After reading about inspiring women and their stories in this class, I can define feminism in one word, empowering. The women’s stories in this book were women who challenged the patriarchal structure systems and sought to empower individuals of all genders to pursue their goals and dreams free from discrimination and oppression based on their gender. These women allowed for others to feel as if they could thrive regardless of their gender identity and were powerful forcers for positive change. A lot of these women went through hard life struggles that shaped them into the people they are today, telling stories to inspire all. For example, Carolyn Kay Steedman grew up with a lot of family struggles, but that did not stop her from sharing her story about what it’s like to have conflicting family issues. Her work has challenged traditional narratives of history and given voice to marginalized communities. Another good example is, Onnie Lee Logan who showed passion for her work and ...