Author Susan Campbell facilitated discussion with Kyle Turner, writer, editor, and film scholar, and Carolyn Treiss, Executive Director of the Connecticut Permanent Commission on the Status of Women. The audience discussed the stigma of describing yourself as “feminist,” feminist values, the importance of allies, the role of men in the feminist movement, politics and the role of presidential nominee Hillary Clinton, and the gender wage gap.

Inspiration to Action

• Hold policy makers accountable: email, call, and attend hearings on issues that matter to women
• Have conversations about women’s rights and feminism, even with those who may disagree
• Educate yourself and work to pass the Equal Rights Amendment
• Encourage men to get involved in the movement for women’s rights
• Understand the impact of language and be intentional with language use