March Virtual Display: Women’s History Month

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March is Women’s History Month! This virtual display focuses on the accomplishments and contributions of women, specifically Black women, Indigenous women, women of color, queer and trans women, & disabled women who often go overlooked during this month.

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eBooks from Clark College Libraries

The cover of Fleshing the Spirit. There's an image of dark clouds on the cover, with hands reaching up from the bottom.

Fleshing the Spirit: Spirituality and Activism in Chicana, Latina, and Indigenous Women’s Lives by Elisa Facio and Irene Lara

The cover of The New Woman. There is a painting of a white woman on the cover.

The New Woman: Literary Modernism, Queer Theory, and the Trans Feminine Allegory by Emma Heaney

The cover of Feminist, Queer, Crip. There is abstract art on the cover.

Feminist, Queer, Crip by Alison Kafer

The cover of Activism and the American Novel. There are multi-colored lines on the cover.

Activism and the American Novel Religion and Resistance in Fiction by Women of Color by Channette Romero

The cover of Women of Color in Tech. There is art of a Black woman on the cover.

Women of Color in Tech: A Blueprint for Inspiring and Mentoring the Next Generation of Technology Innovators by Susanne Tedrick

The cover of Indigenous Women and Work. There is an image of two hands holding fabric on the cover.

Indigenous Women and Work: From Labor to Activism by Carol Williams

Outside Resources

Articles

4 Asian-American Women Who Changed History

“Representation matters, not just in Hollywood, but in our curricula and cultural consciousness. These women’s stories matter. In a country where the contributions of women of color are often pushed to the sidelines, there’s no time like Women’s History Month to celebrate the impact Asian-American women have had on history and our lives.”

6 Women With Disabilities Who Made History

“Anyone with a disability can tell you they’ve faced discrimination at least once in their lives. Whether it’s trying to figure out how to get into a building without adequate mobility accommodations or getting ignored on Tinder after someone finds out about your disability, there are countless systemic ways that work to make things difficult for people with disabilities and deny them the opportunities to share their talents and insights with the world. To celebrate Women’s History Month, we took a look at the lives and work of a number of disabled women who left a mark on our culture as a reminder of the thanks we owe to people of all disabilities and backgrounds.”

36 Little-Known Women Who Changed History — Women’s Firsts

“Women’s History Month comes and goes every March, but what’s lasting is our support for women 365 days of the year. While the annual celebration gives us a chance to amplify the work and achievements of phenomenal women (both well-known and those who keep us going in our personal lives), it’s also important to remember to honor female role models everyday—no matter the time of year. Looking back to history’s heroines is one way to do so, as we reflect on the milestones of names like Wilma Mankiller, Florence Griffith Joyner, and Marie Curie, who were responsible for so many women’s firsts. We also salute the lesser-known titans of entertainment, science, sports, politics, and beyond, whose impact can still be felt today.”

Girls to Know: The Next Generation is Already Leading the Way

“Around the world, girls are driving change. They are activists and advocates on the front lines of movements for social and racial equality. They are calling for urgent climate action and demanding space at decision-making tables in their communities, countries and beyond…Here are just eight girls who are changing the world that you should know about.”

Honor Trans Women This Women’s History Month

“This Women’s History Month, as always, it’s important to recognize that women’s rights include trans rights. You can begin by introducing your students to some of the activists and changemakers who fought—and continue to fight—for equal rights for all women.”

I’m A Queer Trans Woman, And Women’s History Month Erases Me From History

“It’s a big deal for women, especially young women, to have the opportunity to see themselves as having a part in history, and Women’s History Month certainly has made significant strides in raising awareness of the important work that women have done, and how they’ve shaped the world throughout history. Unfortunately, Women’s History Month fails in precisely the same way that so much of mainstream feminism fails — in its exclusion of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender women from its narratives, and from the history as a whole. Though I’m a woman, my queerness and my trans-ness mean that Women’s History Month isn’t a place where I see my experiences reflected.”

The Label “Womxn” is Doing the Opposite of What You Want

“The term “Womxn” continues to pop up in spaces that are eager to signal that they are LGBTQ – emphasis on the “T” friendly- some simple Googling will tell you that “Womxn” originated from “Womyn” which was a label that Feminists in the 70’s used in place of “Women” as “Women” is a label that could be perceived as coming from “Men”- “Womyn” was a term used by some Cis, White, Feminists as an expression of independence from Men. The label mutated over time with ally’s shifting from “Womyn” to “Womxn” as some TERFS had started using “Womyn” as a label to exclude Trans Women- Thus – “Womxn” was born. The perfect Gender Inclusive Label for all Cisgender Women, Trans Women, Nonbinary People, and Gender Queer Folks! Right?! No!”

We’re Here Too: Transgender Visibility During Women’s History Month

“Long story short, the transgender community relies on the cooperation of our cisgender allies to survive. Being misgendered or deadnamed can, quite literally, be a life or death situation. All that being said, here are three easy things you can do to be a better ally in the workplace.”

Women’s History Month: Amazing Trans Women You Probably Didn’t Learn About in History Class

“The 2019 Women’s History Month theme is ‘Visionary Women: Champions of Peace & Nonviolence.’ The theme honors “women who have led efforts to end war, violence, and injustice and pioneered the use of nonviolence to change society.” When I think of what sort of women might be on that list, some of the first ones that come to mind are people like Marsha P. Johnson and Sylvia Rivera.”

Women’s History Month: An Indigenous Perspective

“March is Women’s History Month that annually recognizes the contributions and events, past and present, of women in the United States. If one were to visit online sites dedicated to this matter, it would be difficult to find a link with a compilation of resources such as literature, photos or exhibits dedicated to American Indian women. Once again, we emphasize our role and presence as the first residents of this abundant land.”

Women’s History Month: Leaders and the right to vote

“Women’s History Month arrives one year into the pandemic — at a moment when female workforce participation has dipped to 57 percent, the lowest it has been in more than three decades. To mark the occasion, The Washington Post has gathered stories of women who have faced challenges and triumphed.”