Are collage collectives doing intersectionality? A transnational analysis of four grass-roots feminist collage collective regarding their trans: inclusive activism
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2023-06-23
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The movement of Collage Collectives was launched in 2019 in Paris and gained prominence,
especially during the Covid-19 pandemic during which the risk of sexual violence increased
drastically. Since then, there has been a schism in the movement between trans*-inclusive and
transphobic feminists, a divide also observable in academia. This thesis’ aim is to determine
whether the collages collectives practice intersectional feminism. As the analysis shows, CCs, as
FLINTA-only and thus safer spaces, position themselves against TERFs and SWERFs, by
advocating for trans-inclusive feminism and recognising the rights of sex workers. The CCs also
demonstrate global solidarity regarding feminist struggles on days like the IWD or IDAHOT. This
shows that their feminist activism transcends nation-state borders, creating a sense of worldwide
solidarity. Through the use of gender-inclusive language in their collages, the CCs signal an
understanding of gender beyond the binary and a commitment to inclusivity. The analysis shows
that the CCs’ Instagram pages can be considered echo chambers. The collage collectives' activism
also engenders the (re)claiming of public space. By asserting their right to access and use public
spaces freely, they challenge cis-heteronormative narratives and reclaim spaces historically denied
to marginalised groups, such as FLINTA people. Lastly, the CCs' activism also reflects anticapitalistic
and anti-neoliberal views, as they challenge dominant narratives, amplify marginalised
voices and provide cistem-critical perspectives. The CCs will remain committed to their activism
until everyone can feel safe and express their identities freely in public spaces.
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