The Role of Art in Promoting Gender Justice: Feminist Art Movements and Women's Empowerment in Indonesia

Authors

  • Yu Wen Wu Nanjing University Author
  • Mikaliz Levana University of Southern California Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.65815/nd50h374

Keywords:

Feminist art, gender justice, women’s empowerment, Indonesia, art movements, gender equality, patriarchy, resistance

Abstract

Feminist art movements in Indonesia have become an important platform for challenging gender norms and advocating for women's rights and empowerment. This paper examines how Indonesian feminist artists have utilized visual arts to address issues such as gender-based violence, reproductive rights, and the underrepresentation of women in the art world. By analyzing key feminist art exhibitions, performances, and the work of individual artists, the paper explores how art serves as a medium for both personal and collective expressions of resistance against patriarchal structures. Furthermore, it investigates how these art movements intersect with broader social justice efforts, empowering women to challenge societal constraints and call for gender equality in Indonesia.

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Published

2025-04-30

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Articles

How to Cite

The Role of Art in Promoting Gender Justice: Feminist Art Movements and Women’s Empowerment in Indonesia. (2025). Indonesian Art and Justice Review, 2(2). https://doi.org/10.65815/nd50h374