Feminism Equals Activism

The leadership at Egale Canada will be getting a kickstart when local activist Helen Kennedy takes over as executive director on Mon, Apr 30.

"It's a permanent position," says Kennedy. "I'm the first woman [to hold the top position at Egale], which is also very exciting. It's a great opportunity.

"I want to advocate. I am an activist and a lifelong feminist. I believe all equal rights issues are feminist and all true feminists are activists for equal rights."

LINK: Read entire article at Xtra.ca