Eco-Feminism

 

Last weekend we have a special visitor speak about eco-feminism. She speaks in many places throughout Colombia and the leader of the farm here got her to talk with us for a few days.

Day 1 was about the history of feminism, specifically how women and their periods are tied in with social norms around the world. It was really interesting for me because I recently read a book (The Red Tent) that dealt a lot with the norms of women and their periods during biblical times. The speaker, Juana, talked a lot about how women are viewed today, often negatively, in relation to their periods.

Day 2 was focused on healthy living overall and being an active participant in keeping the food we eat safe from chemicals and unnatural changes. The safe keeping of seeds was brought up again. Being able to grow your own food and pass that plan on to others is an important part of sustainability for all. Juana also discussed the idea that feminism is not tyring to make women more important or supressors of men, but in creating more unity among all people.


Day 3 was craft day :) We made washable, and thus reusable, pads (toallas). It was a long, but exciting craft morning. A group of about 20 women and girls made their own toallas out of the materials Juana provided us. We cut and sewed our way through an environmentally friendly session.  

Overall it was a fantastic weekend of learning. This place is giving me knowledge and understandings that I did not anticipate.

**I have a few pictures to share..once the internet connection allows me to upload them I will.