Brainstorm week 10 - Noah Krohngold

Feministas in the borderlands successfully plant seeds for the future of their communities through their consideration of policies that affect underrepresented people and the planet. Instead of only focusing on receiving justice in the present, it is equally important to understand how to prevent injustices from occurring in the future to protect the future generations. By highlighting the aspects of each other we find different because we don’t have them in common, we can better understand the societal chains that limit various groups’ potential. Far too often, we look to the present as an indicator of how to deal with our woes today, but young feministas and anyone else looking to inspire change must also analyze the events of our past to understand how activist groups promoted and enacted change within their own communities. The O.V.A.S. notes the impact of such recognition, stating that they “will learn tactics, build strategy and in the process find [their] purpose.. accepting that we may or may not ever heal” (Ovarian Psycos). Even when facing a stagnant society repulsed by social change, the Ovarian Psycos have dedicated themselves towards building a community through shared hardships and fighting their oppressors, even if that means biding their time until society is ready to hear their message.

The Chicas Rockeras Rock Camp for Girls exemplifies Chicanafuturism because it takes into account the preconceived notion that rock and roll or music in general is meant for boys, and challenges this notion by giving girls the platform to express themselves through a medium that many wouldn’t automatically relate with girls. The program “promotes healing, growth, and confidence for girls through music education while building self-esteem and encouraging group collaboration” (Chicas Rockeras SELA). Instead of giving up in the face of exclusion, this program advocates for introducing an artform to a younger generation, preparing for a future where gender roles are consistently rebuked in the name of self-expression and happiness. Rock has long been considered a white, male art form, but breaking down these barriers in order for underrepresented communities to finally have a seat at the table is key for setting up a future where everyone can pursue their hopes and dreams without fear of exclusion or mockery at the hands of the group in power.