Reclaiming Joy and Wellness in Feminist Movements

In this episode, host Wambui Kimani sits down with Nancy, the co-founder of Feminists in Kenya, to unpack the vital role of care within feminist movements. They discuss how the constant fight against patriarchal and oppressive systems often leads to burnout and why the "radical politics of care" must be central to the feminist struggle. Nancy explains that while individual self-care is important, true community care requires deep accountability, transparency, and the extension of grace and empathy toward fellow activists. The conversation further explores how capitalism and white supremacy have historically disrupted the nervous systems of African women, making the choice to pursue joy and wellness a deliberate act of "spiteful resistance" against systems designed to exploit them. Nancy and Wambui also address the reality of organizing within a capitalist framework, highlighting the need for fair pay and structural support to prevent the fragmentation of feminist movements. Finally, they emphasize that while a perfect "feminist utopia" may be impossible within current systems, practicing collective care and healing is essential for long-term liberation. Follow Feminists in Kenya: https://linktr.ee/Feminists_in_Kenya