The 4th MarxFem International Conference brought together women thinkers from all corners of the world for three days via online presentations.
11, 12 and 13 November were days of reflection: discussions centred on the intersection of Marxism and feminism, new challenges and analyses of contemporary feminism were raised, and the coming together of multiple movements to forge networks was explored.
Following lengthy and in-depth debates, it has become clear that feminist thought is not in crisis. The myriad proposals, discourses and practices emerging across the globe have made it clear that the path to emancipation is open, but it has also been evident that renewing categories and concepts is essential to advancing the struggle.
Whilst there has been much discussion of contemporary feminism in general, local experiences have also been a key topic of discussion. The diverse realities of the speakers and participants have enriched the discussions, and the participants have opted for the interweaving and de-hierarchisation of struggles.
MarxFem has taught us that difference must be constructive. It is now urgent to weave a future for all women: a new era of alliances has dawned.
Although the original intention was to hold an in-person event in Bilbao, the current situation led to the decision to move the event online. Nevertheless, participation has been successful, with 400 people attending the debate on the Thirteen Theses of Marxist Feminism. Whilst attendance at the main lectures was particularly high, the collective panels were also very well received.
Renowned thinkers and speakers from Latin America, the Middle East, Asia and southern Europe have drawn hundreds of people to the Conference. Among them are Silvia Federici, Nancy Fraser, Frigga Haug, Lorena Cabnal, Ochy Curiel, Ana Cecilia Dinerstein, Dilar Dirik, Tithi Bhattacharya, Elsa Dorlin and Jules Falquet.
The 5th MarxFem International Conference will therefore be held in Warsaw (Poland).