Gynocentrism

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Gynocentrism (Greek γυνο, gyno-, "woman", χεντρον, kentron, "center") is one of the three schools of feminist thought in the United States (the other two being Humanist Feminism and Dominace/Oppression Feminism). Gynocentric feminists believe that, rather than women trying to be just like men, we as a society need to revalue social morals (like teamwork, compassion, and supportiveness) that are traditionally assigned to women, and that we need to revalue work traditionally assigned to women (like child rearing, kin work, and home making). Gynocentric feminists do not believe that women are only capable of "women's work" or "women's values." Gynocentric feminism is often misunderstood as worshiping women or confining to women. Although many Gynocentric feminists believe that it is a progressive form of feminism, culminating in a mutual appreciation of both genders.

See also:

• Feminism
• Humanist Feminism
• Dominace/Oppression Feminism