We often hear that Slavic women aren’t feminists. But the reality is more nuanced. While many Slavic women — whether Ukrainian, Russian, Belarusian or Polish — emphasize family, femininity, and relationships, it doesn’t mean they reject equality. It simply reflects a different way of viewing a woman’s place in society. For a Slavic woman, a successful life often means building a stable home, raising children with love, and living in a relationship where each partner has a clear role. Being beautiful, taking care of herself, being there for her loved ones — that’s what matters. Unlike Western feminism, which highlights individual independence, Slavic women value harmony in the couple and complementarity with the man. 1. Western Feminism: A History of Individual Struggles Western feminism has evolved through essential battles: the right to vote, access to abortion, equal pay, and fighting violence. In this view, a woman is a free individual […]