What misconceptions are held about the MRA/Feminist movements?  

Sources:  

http://www.berry.edu/womens_studies/myths/ 

https://www.avoiceformen.com/mens-rights/10-misconceptions-about-the-mens-rights-movement/ 

  

Not all "feminists"understand feminism. Not all "MRAs" understand the mens rights movement. This has lead to the tarnishing of both labels. What then are some common misconceptions held about each movement?  

Berry College in Georgia released an online article titled "Myths About Feminism." The article contained a numerical list, which stated the top three misconceptions as "they hate men – they are angry – they are ugly and un-feminine". Another list posted on the Huffington Post website lists the mens rights movement's top three misconceptions, as being "It's misogynistic, conservative, and it's members don't participate in activism". While the common myths about true feminism seem to relate to the subjects themselves and their emotions, the myths about the MRA movement are primarily centered around the belief that MRAs fall into a specific "conservative" political stereotype – and hold traditionalist views. 

It is clear that the stereotypes plaguing each movement are false and not logical. Feminists who are fighting for the equal opportunity of women to men are not inherently angry, ugly, or biased against men – and MRAs fighting for the equal legal protections of men to women are not inherently misogynistic, conservative, or "lazy internet warriors". These myths are easily disproven on both sides of the spectrum. A feminist would point out Emma Watson – one of the most attractive modern actresses, who is an avid feminist supporter, and has used her fame to help push feminist ideals in the media. She is by no means angry, unfeminine, or a "man-hater" (although her role in the Harry-Potter series may lead some to think otherwise!) 

On the flip side, men will point to conscription as a mens equality issue; traditionally, women have not been forced to register for the draft in the USA. This is a deep-held Republican/conservative belief – that we need to protect our sisters and daughters, and keep them from enlisting. Yet, the vast majority of MRAs push for conscription by both males and females, which is inherently against the common conservative ideal that women need to be protected at home, while men do the fighting overseas.  

With a clear idea of what types of misconceptions each movement faces, we need to ask ourselves the question: how can we clear the air around each movement? How can we end the silly stigmas that each faces?