Liberal

• What type of theory is feminism

  Macro, structural and conflict
• What is liberal feminism known as and what do they believe

  • The second wave of feminism
  • They believe that equality between sexes can be obtained by gradual changes in society
  • revolution isn't necessary
• Views on society

  • society is patriarchal but this is improving
  • Due to legislative control and and changing social attitudes
  • e.g. Divorce Reform Act/ No Fault Divorce Laws giving women greater freedom to leave their toxic relationships
• Greater control of fertility

  • women have greater freedom due to contraceptives
  • can opt to have fewer children and have them later to prioritise career and wellbeing