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Alice Schwarzer

Alice Schwarzer, born in 1942 in Wuppertal, is a German writer and one of the country's most popular and controversial feminists.

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German women removing debris in Berlin in 1947.

Women's movements in Germany — a long history

Women's movements in Germany — a long history

Women have been fighting for equal rights in Germany for over 170 years. Much still remains to be done.
CultureMarch 7, 202415 images
Alice Schwarzer in a black top with a red bag.

Feminist icon Alice Schwarzer, and the next generation

Feminist icon Alice Schwarzer, and the next generation

As Germany's prominent feminist turns 80, a look at how her work impacted women's rights, and how the fight is pursued.
CultureDecember 3, 2022
Alice Schwarzer smiling into the camera.

Open letter on arms deliveries draws criticism

Open letter on arms deliveries draws criticism

An open letter from cultural figures to Chancellor Scholz has spurred debate over plans to deliver arms to Ukraine.
CultureMay 4, 2022
Simone de Beauvoir at a desk piled high with books

Simone de Beauvoir and 'The Second Sex'

Simone de Beauvoir and 'The Second Sex'

The French existentialist philosopher's book is more relevant today than ever, says German feminist Alice Schwarzer.
CultureMarch 8, 2022
Meet the Germans Frauen

What's it like to be a woman in Germany?

What's it like to be a woman in Germany?

Rachel Stewart looks into how things have changed for women in Germany — and where a tomato comes into it.
CultureMarch 4, 202006:23 min
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Women's rights activist Alice Schwarzer at 75

Women's rights activist Alice Schwarzer at 75

Germany's most famous — and controversial — feminist, a look at the life of Alice Schwarzer as she turns 75.
CultureDecember 1, 2017
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