Home⇛International Social Science Review⇛vol. 5 no. 1 (2022)

An Analysis of Feminism in International Relations

Musharafa Olapeju Rosenje | Zubar Olayiwola Soluade | Temitope Peju-Rosenje

 

Abstract:

The study examined feminist theory within the context of international relations, and particularly global politics. It adopted a descriptive method and made use of secondary data while equity and social justice theories were adopted to explain the study. It is observed that the international arena is anarchical in nature as perceived by the realist and the liberalist perspectives probably due to the fact that the leadership of many nations is in the hands of men, who are bent on realizing the national interest of their respective countries. It contended that the biological nature of man, which is driven by aggressive impulses, makes crises, conflicts, and wars inevitable in life generally and at the global level in particular. The paper revealed that since the number of women in leadership positions across the world is limited, womenfolk’s opportunity to influence decision-making and implementation processes at the global level is precarious and limited, especially on issues relating to crises and wars. It therefore, concluded that until the psyche, policies, and actions of the leadership of nations tilt in favor of women and their vested interest globally, the propensity for aggression between and among nations will continue to accentuate crises in the international arena. The paper recommended that in order to reduce tension, escalating crises, and wars globally, feminism has to be given a reconsideration, a wider acceptance, and support in policies and practice worldwide with a view to incorporating caring virtues, and more concern for enduring peace, which womenfolk cherishes.



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