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JEB (Joan E. Biren).
1a Sacramento City College , Sacramento , USA.
Journal of Lesbian Studies
|May 8, 2014
Summary
This interview highlights how the women's movement influenced a lesbian-feminist artist's career. It details the challenges faced in social change work and the resilience developed through integrating activism, feminism, and lesbian identity.
Area of Science:
- Social Sciences
- Feminist Studies
- Media and Communications
Background:
- The women's movement has significantly impacted career choices and activism.
- Lesbian-feminist artists often face unique barriers and oppression in their work.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the influence of the women's movement on a lesbian-feminist artist's career.
- To examine the challenges and coping strategies of activists integrating personal identity with social change.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative research based on a telephone interview.
- Analysis of personal narrative and lived experiences.
Main Results:
- The women's movement was a key factor in the artist's career choice.
- The artist endures oppression due to her social change work.
- Personal characteristics and coping strategies are vital for overcoming barriers.
Conclusions:
- The artist successfully integrates lesbianism, feminism, and activism despite adversity.
- Personal resilience and political commitment are crucial for sustained activism.