This paper describes how feminist beliefs and values should influence nursing practice. Traditionally held patriarchal values are challenged, and the feminist tenets of gender equity, the basis for value to society and personal sovereignty are discussed. Drawing on experience as a nurse practitioner this writer gives examples of nursing practice that are grounded in feminist philosophy.

In almost all advanced countries of the world, the discourse about the existence or other wise of a feminist research methodology has been live at least for the last few decades. There are argument in favour of and against the existence of such a methodology to be called “Feminist” and its validity. This article criticizes the arguments made by feminist research methodology and maintains that t...

This article discusses suggestions for integrating feminist epistemology, theory, pedagogy, and praxis even more intentionally into existing U.S. teacher education curricula. The premise is that in light of recent 21st century women’s empowerment movements, such ideas should be examined integrated fully justice-oriented programs. Supporting them with a review the relevant literature, author off...