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The Future of Foreign Policy Is Feminist

Kristina Lunz

As old white men continue to dominate the national and international stages, the needs of women and minorities are constantly ignored. International politics are shaped by a ruthless competition for advantage, and the world is full of conflicts, crises and wars. Things have to change.

Activist and political scientist Kristina Lunz is on a mission to do just that. In her work from New York to Bogotá, from Germany to Myanmar, she became aware of a stubborn unwillingness to think past the status quo and to embrace new, innovative voices from marginalized groups. She also saw that the tradition of feminist activism combined brilliantly with diplomacy: both require grim tenacity, boundless creativity and a solutions-oriented approach. In her attempt to reconfigure the field of foreign policy, she aims to set in motion a paradigm shift, replacing grandiose displays of military might with feminism, solidarity and climate justice.

A feminist foreign policy requires the promotion of equal rights in the handling of foreign affairs and security matters worldwide, with a particular focus on marginalized and politically underrepresented groups. Ultimately, this is nothing less than an inclusive, visionary policy for the twenty-first century, one where security and prosperity, health and climate justice are possible - in other words: where peace is possible for everyone, everywhere.

Book Details

  • Publisher: Polity Press
  • Publish Date: Nov 20th, 2023
  • Pages: 356
  • Language: English
  • Edition: undefined - undefined
  • Dimensions: 8.98in - 5.98in - 1.65in - 1.41lb
  • EAN: 9781509557837
  • Categories: International Relations - General

About the Author

Kristina Lunz is the co-founder and co-executive director of the Centre for Feminist Foreign Policy. She has a master's degree in Global Governance and Ethics from University College London and a master's in Global Governance and Diplomacy from the University of Oxford. In February 2019 she was included in Forbes Magazine's prestigious '30 under 30' list for Europe.

Praise for this book

'A bold vision for a sustainable future.'
Margot Wallström, former Minister of Foreign Affairs and Deputy Prime Minister of Sweden

'Kristina Lunz shows what a future foreign policy that focuses on human rights and human security could look like. A courageous vision that is well worth reading!'
Düzen Tekkal, writer, filmmaker and human rights activist

'Kristina Lunz has produced a persuasive critique of the dominant paradigm of international relations. More importantly, she offers a compelling alternative vision "fit to purpose" for the twenty-first century, based on feminist principles and values, including respect for all life, justice, empathy and humility.'
Stephen Heintz, President & CEO, Rockefeller Brothers Fund

'Kristina Lunz highlights the urgent need for feminist approaches in foreign policy to address the root causes of conflict and build sustainable peace.'
Oleksandra Matviichuk, Ukrainian Human Rights Lawyer and Nobel Peace Laureate 2022

'After reading this book you will look at the world differently.'
Maja Göpel, economist and co-founder of Scientists for Future