4B and Feminist Separatist Movements

Steinem Sisters Collection Talking Circle

Have you heard of feminist separatism? Dr. Sarah Rainey Smithback will lead our discussion into separatist movements in feminism, like lesbian separatism and South Korea's 4B movement.

Dr. Sarah Rainey Smithback, professor at Bowling Green State University's School of Cultural and Critical Studies and the Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Program, will lead our discussion into separatist movements in feminism like the 4B movement in South Korea and lesbian separatism.

The Steinem Sisters Collection is a feminist collection that explores the lives and achievements of women. Created to honor Gloria Steinem, the collection champions the historical, cultural and political contribution of women. The collection strives to provide a welcoming space for women of all walks of life to share their truths. The types of materials we collect are “feminist materials” – which are materials that uphold women’s rights and interests in defining and promoting political, economic, personal and social equality of the sexes. This collection was possible due to a generous donation by The Steinem’s Sisters Collective.