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A modern form of sexism disguised as empowerment. It occurs when individuals, organizations, or institutions use “women's empowerment” to claim progressiveness, while they still treat women unfairly, underpay them, or use them for optics.
In pink sexism, the discrimination itself often stems from being selected for such “empowerment” initiatives, as women are made to feel indebted or “lucky” for inclusion, rather than recognized for merit.
In pink sexism, the discrimination itself often stems from being selected for such “empowerment” initiatives, as women are made to feel indebted or “lucky” for inclusion, rather than recognized for merit.
"She was hired for a "women's empowerment" project but constantly reminded of how 'lucky' she was to be chosen when speaking up about mistreatment. Classic pink sexism!"
by cairocookie October 29, 2025
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