White Feminism

A whip-smart, timely, and heartfelt call for change written “with passion and insight about the knotted history of racism within women’s movements” (Rebecca Traister, New York Times–bestselling author).

Addressing today’s conversation about race, empowerment, and inclusion in America, Koa Beck, writer and former editor-in-chief of Jezebel, boldly examines the history of feminism, from the true mission of the suffragists to the rise of corporate feminism with clear-eyed scrutiny and meticulous detail. She also examines overlooked communities—including Native American, Muslim, transgender, and more—and their ongoing struggles for social change.

With “intellectually smart and emotionally intelligent” writing, Beck meticulously documents how elitism and racial prejudice have driven the narrative of feminist discourse (Patrisse Cullors, New York Times–bestselling author and Black Lives Matter cofounder). Blending pop culture, primary historical research, and first-hand storytelling, she shows us how we have shut women out of the movement, and what we can do to correct our course for a new generation.

Combining a scholar’s understanding with hard data and razor-sharp cultural commentary, White Feminism “is a rousing blueprint for a more inclusive ‘new era of feminism’” (The Boston Globe).

“Koa Beck is writing to overcome anti-feminist divisions that divide and defeat us.” —Gloria Steinem, New York Times–bestselling author

“Koa Beck has a crystal clear understanding that there is no singular winner in the battle for gender equity. White Feminism is a must-read for anyone ready to challenge just about everything they thought they knew about contemporary feminist discourse.” —Kimberly Drew, coeditor of Black Futures