Women’s Movements and Resistance Against Global Inequality
T. Santhi
Assistant Professor, PG & Research Department of History, Vellalar College for Women (Autonomous), , Erode- 638012
R. Rajeshwari
Assistant Professor, Department of History, Thanthai Periyar Govt. Arts and Science College (A),, Tiruchirappalli-620 023, Affiliated to Bharathidasan University
This article critically examines the resistance of women’s movements against global inequality, neoliberalism, and environmental exploitation. Focusing on grassroots mobilizations, it explores the transformative role of organizations like SEWA in India, indigenous women’s land rights campaigns, anti-displacement struggles, and transnational feminist networks. Through empirical case studies from Asia, Africa, and Latin America, the paper illustrates how women contest economic marginalization, assert environmental stewardship, and build alternative models of development rooted in equity and sustainability. Feminist critiques of global capitalism, market-driven policies, and corporate accountability are woven with ecofeminist and political economy perspectives. The article also highlights the emergence of South-South feminist collaborations, showcasing solidarities that transcend borders and challenge patriarchal and colonial legacies. Ultimately, it affirms that women’s grassroots activism is not only resistance but a reimagining of justice, ecological integrity, and democratic participation in the global order.
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