Why Feminism Must Include Gaza, Sudan & Congo: Reflections from My Panel at LSE Law

I was deeply honoured to be invited by the brilliant students at LSE Law to speak on a panel exploring substantive law and feminism.

From the moment I arrived, I was struck by the students’ insight, energy, and determination. They give me tremendous hope for the future, not just as legal thinkers, but as changemakers.

My talk focused on a truth that must never be overlooked:

There is no feminism without confronting colonialism and imperialism.

To speak of feminism without honouring the struggles of women in Gaza, Sudan, and the Congo is to ignore the global structures of oppression that continue to shape law and power. These women are not only victims, they are warriors, and their resistance must be centred in our discourse.

What moved me most was the depth of engagement from the students. Their questions, attentiveness, and refusal to shy away from difficult truths reminded me that the next generation is not here to inherit the status quo they are here to reimagine it.

The future is bright because of students like these, those who understand that learning about human rights and feminism is not just an academic pursuit housed in elegant buildings. It is a daily practice. A living, breathing responsibility. And our voices, used with courage and clarity are among the most sacred tools we have to build a more just world.