Abstract
This project examines the role of recent feminist mobilizations in political polarization, addressing two interrelated concerns. First, it investigates whether and how feminist civil society organizations (CSOs) shape polarization across three dimensions: relations with other social movements, interactions within national institutions, and public discourse. Second, it explores the conditions under which feminist mobilizations build intersectional solidarities versus those that intensify societal divides. Adopting a comparative approach focusing on Italy and Ireland—two countries with active feminist movements but distinct political contexts—the project will develop a mixed-method design. By conceptualizing feminist activism as both a connective and potentially divisive force, the project sheds light on how civil society actors can foster democratic cohesion or contribute to its erosion.
Speaker
Aurora Perego, Università di Trento
Discussant
Katia Pilati, Università di Trento
Chair
Marco Pernarella, Università di Trento
Codice d’accesso: CoACT