Feminisms in Latin America: Pro-choice Nested Networks in Mexico and Brazil

This Element analyzes the features of current feminist movements in Latin America and their responses to conservative reactions. It explores how feminists, leveraging their plurality and connection with the state, can counter conservative attacks.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 75 pages
Publication date: 01 December 2022
Publisher: Cambridge University Press

This Element delves into the characteristics of contemporary feminist movements in Latin America and their strategies to confront conservative reactions. Specifically, it examines the pro-choice movement in Mexico and Brazil in the context of the anti-abortion counter-movement. By adopting a relational approach, the Element seeks to capture the potential impact of these movements within the feminist field and their interactions with the state.

Firstly, the Element introduces the concept of nested feminist networks, which encompasses three dimensions. These dimensions highlight the diversity of the movement across intersectional and sexual identity issues (horizontal dimension), the complex relationship with the multifaceted state (vertical dimension), and the role of political parties and participatory institutions in mediating this relationship (intermediary dimension).

Secondly, the Element argues that nested feminist networks enable feminists to effectively advocate for policies and thwart conservative actions. By leveraging their pluralism and connections with the state, feminists can counter conservative attacks and promote their agenda.

In conclusion, this Element explores how feminists, through their diversity and engagement with the state, can effectively resist conservative challenges and advance their goals in Latin America.

Weight: 152g
Dimension: 229 x 152 x 5 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781108825962