On Tuesday, December 17 my group and I interviewed a Brooklyn based designer named Suzanne Rae on Skype. Suzanne graduated from Parsons, The New School for Design and she also holds an economics degree from Bryn Mawr College. We learned about how her clothing line is feminist in philosophy. Her line investigates the numerous connections…
Interview With Nicole Epps
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On Thursday, December 8 my group and I met with a women named Nicole Epps to discuss with her about future volunteer opportunities we could participate in and learn about Safe Horizons the organization she works for. We learned a startling fact, that 1 in 4 women will be the victims of domestic violence. Safe…
Interview With Kiera Laffe From The New York City Alliance Against Sexual Assault
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On Wednesday, November 27, my group and I visited The New York City Alliance Against Sexual Assault to volunteer, learn more about the organization and ask them questions. We spoke with a woman named Kira Laffe who educated us on my group’s topic (sexual violence), their mission and how they take action. She explained how…
Feminist Philosophy Night with The National Organization For Women
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On Thursday, November 21, my group and I attended an event that takes place every month hosted by The National Organization For Women and it specifically regarded feminist philosophy. I learned and we spoke a few other feminists about Judith Butler (a feminist philosopher), gender identity and performativity. Performativity can be a series of effects,…
