The song was written in response to the USA Federal Marriage Amendment, which would have outlawed gay marriage in the US. Recommended by: Donna McSkimming, Director of Programs.ĭonna says: “This one is a feminist anthem for me because it is sung by Beth Ditto – who combines her art with her activism as a strong LGBQTI and body-positive, non-binary performer. The lyrics speak about the cost and joy of feminist resistance – we get tired and sad, and with each other persist. I dare you to listen to this song and try not to nod along with the driving rhythm! This song, released in January 2006 from indie rock group Gossip, is a great song to listen to when you need to pick yourself back up after a disappointment. “Standing in the way of control / You live your life / Survive the only way that you know” Standing in The Way of Control – Beth Di tto We are able to take an experience of oppression, and use it to propel us towards deep personal empowerment, and ultimately social transformation.” 2. Recommended by: Andreana Reale, Major Gifts Manager.Īndreana (who sung this at her karaoke-themed 18 th birthday) says: “I love the song because it speaks of how women so often transforms pain into power. Listening to I Am Woman, I can’t help but feel a warm sense of pride over how far we’ve come and how many inspirational women still fight to change the world! Originally recorded in 1971, Helen Reddy released it as a single in May 1972 and it became a number one hit. It is a reminder of the women’s liberation movement and each woman’s own personal power. I and many other young women have grown up with this song. “I am strong / I am invincible / I am woman.” So, here are eight songs to help you channel your feminist power. Not only did I discover some new feminist power songs, I was able to collect some beautiful stories about why these particular songs impacted our staff. I ended up with an eclectic playlist from classics to new releases, hip hop to folk.
This beautiful song was composed by Agnes Titus (NCfR Program Coordinator) and Bernadette Hannets (NCfR Training Coordinator), and is their anthem for Women Human Rights Defenders:Īfter watching the video, and being inspired by its beautiful message, I reached out to the IWDA staff and volunteers to find out what their feminist anthems are. The video below is from IWDA partner Nazareth Centre for Rehabilitation (NCfR), who work to respond to gender-based violence in Bougainville. It can unite us, relax us or get our blood pumping! There are some incredible feminist songwriters out there sharing empowering messages of anger, love and hope.
Here she shares some powerful tunes to leave you feeling motivated and inspired. IWDA communications intern, Rosalind Anketell, believes every feminist needs an anthem.
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