Global Movements

            Transnational feminism remains a huge component of the larger movement of feminism. However, there seems to be some confusion concerning the role of transnational feminism and the precise definition of this subcomponent to feminism. To elucidate this concept, transnational feminism is basically feminism on a grand scale. It is a sort of “big picture” and holistic feminism. Furthermore, transnational feminists are feminists who unite regional feminist interests with global feminist interests. They target the worldwide feminist movement, so they are, in a manner of perspective, macro-feminists. These feminists may render aid in the form of relocating to other areas with women in need, which in a way promotes them to “missionary feminists”. These feminists may also originate from an area of severe female oppression and venture out into the world in order to promote awareness of the problem.

            A recent example of transnational feminism pertains to the Afghan group called the Revolutionary Association of the Women of Afghanistan (RAWA). The inequality and discrimination women face in Afghanistan is emotionally and physically paralyzing. RAWA remains one of the only women’s groups in Afghanistan due to the dangerous circumstances they encounter on a daily basis. Because of their exhaustive efforts, RAWA has garnered international acclaim and assistance. Women from all over the world have supported RAWA through financial donations and personal time. Numerous women have moved to Afghanistan to join RAWA in the fight for women. Such women campaign for women’s equality and seek aid from all corners of the world. RAWA and organizations of the like represent global or transnational feminism at its finest.