Asian American Feminisms: An Unapologetic and Restive Praxis

• Published in: Women & therapy Vol. 47; no. 3; pp. 369 - 386
• Main Authors: Kim, Grace S., Yokoyama, Kayoko, Tsong, Yuying
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: London Routledge 02-07-2024; Taylor & Francis Ltd
• Subjects: anti-racist; Asian American; Asian Americans; Feminism; intersectionality; Marginality; Minority groups; Oppression; restive orientation
• ISSN: 0270-3149; 1541-0315
• DOI: 10.1080/02703149.2024.2382016

Asian American feminisms in psychology are not an identity or an ideology but an unapologetic praxis, in which theorizing and practice are closely connected and lived out. In this praxis, there is no single feminism but plural feminisms, given the complexities and diversity of the Asian American communities. In this article, we bring attention to Asian American feminisms by highlighting previous work done by Asian American feminists, identifying the complexities of conceptualizing Asian American feminisms, and illustrating how Asian American feminisms hold multiple perspectives simultaneously while combating multiple oppressions. Specifically, we discuss issues related to a restive orientation of resisting oppression and centering collective values, redefining psychological health, and healing from internalized oppression and standing with other marginalized groups.