What did British feminists do during and after WWI, and how did this make equality impossible? Juste Kochanskyte During and after World War I, British feminists faced significant challenges as they sought to challenge traditional gender norms and advocate for equality. While their active involvement in supporting the war effort showcased their capabilities beyond conventional roles, the resurgence of conservative attitudes towards gender roles and sexuality in the post-war period, coupled with economic hardships, hindered their progress towards achieving substantive equality. The aftermath of World War I marked a crucial juncture for the British feminist movement, as it grappled with the complexities of societal expectations and…show more content… The emphasis on complementarity between men and women, propagated by anti-feminists, discouraged women from challenging traditional gender roles, and competing with men in the public sphere. Instead of advocating for substantive changes in societal attitudes towards gender, feminists found themselves constrained by prevailing ideologies that reinforced gender binaries and perpetuated inequality. In summary, despite their active involvement in various activities during and after WWI, British feminists faced significant barriers to achieving equality. The societal context of wartime and post-war conservatism, coupled with entrenched gender stereotypes, made it challenging for feminists to challenge traditional gender roles and advocate for substantive change. Despite their dedication and resilience, British feminists during and after WWI faced formidable challenges that impeded their quest for equality. The legacy of these struggles continues to resonate in contemporary feminist movements, highlighting the importance of understanding historical dynamics in the fight for gender equality. The involvement of British feminists during and after World War I was significant, yet achieving equality
