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Feminist Epistemology
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Embodied Knowledge
This concept emphasizes that knowledge is situated in the body and experiences of the knower, countering disembodied ideals of knowledge purported by the traditional epistemology.
Patricia Hill Collins
Collins is known for her work on Intersectionality and the Matrix of Domination, which highlights how different oppressions interlock and affect epistemic perspectives.
Situated Knowledges
Donna Haraway's concept of 'Situated Knowledges' argues for the partial, limited, and situated nature of all knowledge claims, opposing the 'god trick' or the view from nowhere.
Epistemic Injustice
Miranda Fricker identifies 'epistemic injustice' as a wrong done to someone in their capacity as a knower, particularly focusing on testimonial and hermeneutical injustice.
Feminist Standpoint Theory
This theory posits that women and other marginalized groups are uniquely positioned to understand certain aspects of reality, offering a privileged epistemic standpoint.
Sandra Harding
Sandra Harding is notable for her concept of 'Strong Objectivity', which suggests that acknowledging the role of social values in science leads to more objective knowledge.
The Ethics of Care
This ethical framework prioritizes interpersonal relationships and community, contrasting with traditional ethical theories that emphasize abstract principles.
Lorraine Code
Lorraine Code advocates for an epistemology that takes into account the socially situated nature of knowers, promoting epistemic responsibility.
Objectivity in Feminist Epistemology
Feminist epistemology challenges the traditional notion of objectivity, advocating for a version that is informed by social values and situational awareness.
Standpoint Theory
Standpoint Theory underscores the idea that marginalized groups have unique understandings of the world, which can contribute to a more complete and less biased knowledge.
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