Laura Bates

Tekoäly ja somealustat ovat rakenteellisesti seksistisiä ja saattavat naisia vaaraan. Naisvihan aikakausi paljastaa, miten ja miksi vuosikymmenien taistelu tasa-arvon puolesta on vakavasti uhattuna. Ajattelemme optimisesti, että uusien keksintöjen myötä elämämme muuttuu aina vain paremmaksi. Innovaatioiden kulisseissa piilee kuitenkin kylmäävä totuus: somejättien ja tekoälyfirmojen käyttämät uudet teknologiat eivät poistakaan epätasa-arvoa, vaan syventävät sitä jyrkästi. Laura Bates paljastaa hätkähdyttävässä kirjassaan Naisvihan aikakausi, millä tavoin naiset kärsivät tekoälyn aikakaudesta: kuka tahansa voi päätyä deepfake-pornon uhriksi, kyberbordelleissa naisia saa kohdella luvalla raa’asti, sosiaalinen media toimii toksisen maskuliinisuuden säännöillä ja teknologiaa valjastetaan lukuisilla muilla tavoilla naisia vastaan. Tällä hetkellä valta on muutaman rikkaan miehen käsissä, jotka priorisoivat rahaa ja vastuutonta kehitysnopeutta naisten oikeuksien ja turvallisuuden kustannuksella. Teknologiahuuman villissä lännessä syrjintä ja ahdistelu koodataan pysyvästi tulevaisuuteemme, jollemme vaadi muutosta.

Misogyny is being hardwired into our future. Can we stop it? We like to believe we're moving closer to equality, riding the wave of technological progress into a brighter, fairer future. But beneath the glossy surface of innovation lies a chilling truth: new technologies are not just failing to solve age-old inequalities--they're deepening them. In The New Age of Sexism, acclaimed author and activist Laura Bates exposes how misogyny is being coded into the very fabric of our future. From the biases embedded in artificial intelligence to the alarming rise of sex robots and the toxic dynamics of the metaverse, Bates takes readers on a shocking journey into a world where technology is weaponized against women. This isn't a dystopian warning about what might happen. It's a harrowing account of what's happening now and the dangers we face if we don't act. With clarity and urgency, Bates reveals how these advancements are dragging society backward, reinforcing harmful stereotypes, and jeopardizing decades of progress in the fight for gender equality. Eye-opening and empowering, The New Age of Sexism is a rallying cry for awareness and action in a world where the battle for equality has entered a dangerous new frontier.

Misogyny is being hardwired into our future. Can we stop it? We like to believe we're moving closer to equality, riding the wave of technological progress into a brighter, fairer future. But beneath the glossy surface of innovation lies a chilling truth: new technologies are not just failing to solve age-old inequalities--they're deepening them. In The New Age of Sexism, acclaimed author and activist Laura Bates exposes how misogyny is being coded into the very fabric of our future. From the biases embedded in artificial intelligence to the alarming rise of sex robots and the toxic dynamics of the metaverse, Bates takes readers on a shocking journey into a world where technology is weaponized against women. This isn't a dystopian warning about what might happen. It's a harrowing account of what's happening now and the dangers we face if we don't act. With clarity and urgency, Bates reveals how these advancements are dragging society backward, reinforcing harmful stereotypes, and jeopardizing decades of progress in the fight for gender equality. Eye-opening and empowering, The New Age of Sexism is a rallying cry for awareness and action in a world where the battle for equality has entered a dangerous new frontier.

Laura Bates undersøger den indvirkning nye teknologier som AI og maskinlæring har på kvinder og samfund. Det er et pionerende værk med et skarpt blik på de specifikt kønnede konsekvenser, som både euforien og frygten for nye teknologier (endnu) ikke har blik for. Med vanlig frygtløshed begiver Bates sig ind i denne skyggeverden af voldelig sexisme, og hendes personlige oplevelser underbygges af eksperter og forskning fra hele verden. Bates retter blikket mod et underbelyst og skræmmende aspekt af de nye teknologier, nemlig deres iboende sexisme, og den tilbagegang dette udgør for ligestillingen. Hun viser os, at der findes en skyggesidde, både online og i den virkelige verden, vi som samfund i den grad bør være opmærksom på.

How weâ??re sleepwalking into a new era of misogyny: an urgent and shocking new book from bestselling author and feminist activist Laura Bates

How weâ??re sleepwalking into a new era of misogyny: an urgent and shocking new book from bestselling author and feminist activist Laura Bates

What if the knight destined to unite Britain was not King Arthur, but a woman? An epic Arthurian fantasy reimagining for fans of Leigh Bardugo and Sarah J. Maas.?'History will not remember you; it will crown him with glory. You will be forgotten, and the other women with you.' Having won the battle against Mordaunt’s men and revealed themselves, the sisterhood face bigger challenges with their numbers diminished and enemies threatening at all sides. Meanwhile Cass’ blossoming powers and destiny call to her but can she lead the sisterhood when she is afraid of the warrior within her? The answers lie in Camelot, and as gathering forces threaten her new world, Cass must face her destiny and face King Arthur himself. G?et ready for bigger battles, destiny and old magic in this spectacular sequel to the epic Sisters of Sword and Shadow. Praise for Sisters of Sword and Shadow: ‘Sisters of Sword and Shadow is absolutely brilliant. Beautiful, fierce, and furious – full of the power and magic of sisterhood in every sense. I loved it.’ Katherine Webber, bestselling author of Twin Crowns ‘An empowering and courageous tale of a daring sisterhood in which true chivalry means fighting for what you believe in.’ Bea Fitzgerald, bestselling author of Girl, Goddess, Queen ‘A dazzling tale of courage, power and sisterhood, with a heroine to truly root for. I loved every breathtaking minute of this fierce, feminist epic fantasy.’ Catherine Doyle, bestselling author of Twin Crowns

What if the knight destined to unite Britain was not King Arthur, but a woman? An epic Arthurian fantasy reimagining for fans of Leigh Bardugo and Sarah J. Maas.? 'History will not remember you; it will crown him with glory. You will be forgotten, and the other women with you.' Having won the battle against Mordaunt’s men and revealed themselves, the sisterhood face bigger challenges with their numbers diminished and enemies threatening at all sides. Meanwhile Cass’ blossoming powers and destiny call to her but can she lead the sisterhood when she is afraid of the warrior within her? The answers lie in Camelot, and as gathering forces threaten her new world, Cass must face her destiny and face King Arthur himself. G?et ready for bigger battles, destiny and old magic in this spectacular sequel to the epic Sisters of Sword and Shadow. - Praise for Sisters of Sword and Shadow: ‘Sisters of Sword and Shadow is absolutely brilliant. Beautiful, fierce, and furious – full of the power and magic of sisterhood in every sense. I loved it.’ Katherine Webber, bestselling author of Twin Crowns ‘An empowering and courageous tale of a daring sisterhood in which true chivalry means fighting for what you believe in.’ Bea Fitzgerald, bestselling author of Girl, Goddess, Queen ‘A dazzling tale of courage, power and sisterhood, with a heroine to truly root for. I loved every breathtaking minute of this fierce, feminist epic fantasy.’ Catherine Doyle, bestselling author of Twin Crowns

What if the knight destined to unite Britain was not King Arthur, but a woman? An epic Arthurian fantasy reimagining for fans of Leigh Bardugo and Sarah J. Maas.?'History will not remember you; it will crown him with glory. You will be forgotten, and the other women with you.' Having won the battle against Mordaunt’s men and revealed themselves, the sisterhood face bigger challenges with their numbers diminished and enemies threatening at all sides. Meanwhile Cass’ blossoming powers and destiny call to her but can she lead the sisterhood when she is afraid of the warrior within her? The answers lie in Camelot, and as gathering forces threaten her new world, Cass must face her destiny and face King Arthur himself. G?et ready for bigger battles, destiny and old magic in this spectacular sequel to the epic Sisters of Sword and Shadow. Praise for Sisters of Sword and Shadow: ‘Sisters of Sword and Shadow is absolutely brilliant. Beautiful, fierce, and furious – full of the power and magic of sisterhood in every sense. I loved it.’ Katherine Webber, bestselling author of Twin Crowns ‘An empowering and courageous tale of a daring sisterhood in which true chivalry means fighting for what you believe in.’ Bea Fitzgerald, bestselling author of Girl, Goddess, Queen ‘A dazzling tale of courage, power and sisterhood, with a heroine to truly root for. I loved every breathtaking minute of this fierce, feminist epic fantasy.’ Catherine Doyle, bestselling author of Twin Crowns

What if the Knights of the Round Table had been women? An epic fantasy from the UKâ??s leading and bestselling feminist writer Laura Bates - perfect for fans of Leigh Bardugo and Sarah J. Maas.

Fiks systemet, ikke kvinderne – ny bog af Laura Bates, forfatter til den anmelderroste Mænd som hader kvinder. I årtier har vi talt om, hvad piger og kvinder bør gøre for at løse kønsuligheden, men nu vender Laura Bates fortællingen på hovedet, og viser os dermed, at det ikke er kvinder (og piger), der er noget galt med, men derimod systemerne, som opretholder samfundets sexistiske strukturer. Hun identificerer 5 økosystemer – politik, politi, retsvæsen, uddannelse og medier – som alle har en stærk og for mange af os stadig ubevidst indvirkning på, hvordan vi betragter og forstår køn og dermed os selv i verden, herunder den forskelsbehandling og de overgreb, piger og kvinder udsættes for i langt højere grad end drenge og mænd. Med udgangspunkt i egne og de over 200.000 oplevelser, mennesker fra hele verden har delt på Everyday Sexism Projects internationale hjemmeside, kaster hun et skarpt blik på de stereotyper, som helt fra barnsben af former piger og drenges selvforståelse, og som op igennem voksenlivet informerer måden, hvorpå vi som samfund og enkeltindivider forholder os til for eksempel forskelsbehandling på arbejdspladsen og seksualiserede overgreb – hvordan vi betragter piger og kvinder som ikke blot skyldige i den forskelsbehandling og de overgreb, de udsættes for, men også som ansvarlige for komme med løsningerne. Kønsstereotyper har negativ indvirkning på alle køn, og det er på tide, vi gør op med deres delvist skjulte indflydelse i vores liv og vores samfund.

What if the Knights of the Round Table had been women? An epic fantasy from the UKâ??s leading and bestselling feminist writer Laura Bates - perfect for fans of Leigh Bardugo and Sarah J. Maas.

**New York Times bestseller**The first comprehensive undercover look at the terrorist movement no one is talking about. Delve into the gripping and eye-opening world of Men Who Hate Women, as acclaimed feminist writer Laura Bates presents an unflinching examination of the pervasive misogyny that plagues our society. In this thought-provoking and meticulously researched book, Bates fearlessly uncovers the dark underbelly of a deeply entrenched issue, shining a spotlight on the various manifestations of misogyny that continue to harm women worldwide. With razor-sharp insight, she navigates the complex web of toxic masculinity, gender biases, and harmful stereotypes that reinforce damaging attitudes toward women. Through extensive interviews, real-life stories, and compelling statistics, Men Who Hate Women unveils the deeply disturbing prevalence of sexism in everyday life, challenging us to confront uncomfortable truths and reevaluate our collective responsibility in fostering a more equitable world. This powerful work not only serves as an eye-opener but also as a call to action. Bates thoughtfully explores ways we can all contribute to dismantling the patriarchal structures that enable misogyny to thrive. By empowering readers with knowledge and understanding, she paves the path for meaningful change. Key Topics Explored: Toxic masculinity and its consequencesOnline harassment and cyberbullyingSexist tropes in media and entertainmentWorkplace discrimination and the gender pay gapRape culture and victim-blamingIntersectionality and its impact on marginalized communitiesMen Who Hate Women is an essential read for anyone seeking to comprehend the deep-rooted issues affecting women's lives and striving to build a more inclusive, just and equal future. Praise for Men Who Hate Women: "Laura Bates is showing us the path to both intimate and global survival."--Gloria Steinem"Well-researched and meticulously documented, Bates's book on the power and danger of masculinity should be required reading for us all."--Library Journal"Men Who Hate Women has the power to spark social change."--Sunday Times

An investigation onto the patriarchy and how it impacts our day-to-day lives.

No matter how you try to hide it, the truth will always come out . . . When a small plane crash ends with a group of seven teens washed up on a deserted island, their first thought is survival. With supplies dwindling and the fear of being stranded forever becoming more of a reality, they quickly discover that being the most popular kid in high school doesn't help when you're fighting to stay alive. And when strange and terrifying accidents start to occur all around them, the group realizes that they are being targeted by someone who was on the plane, and that the island isn't their only danger. A terrible secret from a party the night before the flight has followed them ashore--and it's clear that someone is looking for justice. Now survival depends on facing the truth about that party: who was hurt that night, and who let it happen?" Laura Bates is one of the most important feminist voices we have and The Trial is engaging and clever, thought-provoking and thrilling. I inhaled it in one sitting." -- Louise O'Neill, author of Asking For ItPraise for THE BURNING: "A haunting rallying cry against sexism and bullying" -- Kirkus Reviews"Emotionally charged...powerful." -- Booklist"A painfully realistic, spellbinding novel." -- Shelf Awareness

I denne eksplosive bog, undersøger den anerkendte og roste feminist Laura Bates de fællesskaber og miljøer, som består af mænd, der hader kvinder. Med udgangspunkt i internettets mørkeste kroge og under dække af profilen Alex, observerer Laura disse grupper i aktion, fra incels og scorekunstnere til manderettighedsaktivster og mænd, der går deres egen vej, og kortlægger hvor effektivt deres idéer er blevet smuglet ind i vores fælles bevidsthed – via internettrolde, medier, kendisser og politikere – hvorefter de dukker op i skoler, arbejdspladser og i magtens korridorer, og gør dødelige skade på både kvinder og mænd.“Forstil dig en verden, hvor titusindvis af kvinder hvert eneste år voldtages, bankes, lemlæstes, misbruges eller myrdes, alene fordi de er kvinder. Forstil dig en verden, hvor der aktivt opfordres til had mod kvinder via udbredte, målrettede mandlige fælleskaber, som kun går op i at hælde benzin pa° bålet og opildne “sagen” ... Forstil dig en verden, hvor tusindvis af mænd finder sammen i en ætsende vrede, hvor de dæmoniserer og klager over onde, sjæleløse og grådige kvinder, som de malende planlægger at voldtage og ødelægge i et storslået, fanatisk oprør. Forstil dig en verden, hvor nogle mænd faktisk udlever disse fantasier. Hvor de dræber kvinder i massemord og efterlader sig manifester ... Forestil dig en verden, hvor sårbare mænd, fortabte drenge og forvirrede, bange teenagere jages og samles op af fællesskaber, der stimuleres af deres angst og skubber dem i retning af had, vold og selvdestruktion. Faktisk behøver du ikke at forstille dig den verden: du lever allerede i den.” Bogen omfatter eksklusive interviews med tidligere medlemmer af nogle af disse grupper og de mænd, der bekæmper dem, og med deres hjælp forsøger Laura at forstå, hvori tiltrækningskraften består, hvordan de opererer og ikke mindst, hvad vi skal og kan gøre for at stoppe dem.

10 years after founding the Everyday Sexism Project, feminist writer and activist Laura Bates connects the dots between the ’isolated incidents’ of violence against women and the institutional and systemic misogyny that is so deeply ingrained in our society. Every three days in the UK, women are murdered by their current or former partners. 137 women worldwide are killed by a family member every day. These are not isolated incidents. They are part of a devastatingly clear pattern. But it is a pattern we are so used to seeing that we simply don’t notice it anymore. These incidents are the product of a society in which misogyny is so deeply ingrained that it has simply become part of our daily lives. This book will lay these patterns bare for everyone to see. Joining the dots from an epidemic of school sexual violence to the failings of the police and CPS, institutional and systemic misogyny, political apathy and media distortion, this will be an examination of how the entire system lets women and girls down, again and again. In Isolated Incidents, Laura puts forward her own bold and ambitious solution for combating misogyny and violence against women - one that includes structural change and tackles institutionalised prejudice. Enough is enough.