Counselor Preparation Comprehensive Practice Examination

In which stage of the Feminist Identity Development Model do women begin advocating for other women?

1. Passive Acceptance

2. Active Commitment

3. Revelation

4. Embeddedness-Emanation

The correct answer is: Active Commitment

In the Feminist Identity Development Model, the stage where women begin to advocate for other women is the Active Commitment stage. During this phase, individuals not only recognize the importance of women's issues but also take concrete actions to support and uplift other women. This advocacy can manifest in various forms, including community organizing, mentorship, and active participation in social justice initiatives aimed at promoting women's rights and gender equality. At this stage, there is often a sense of solidarity with other women, bolstered by an understanding and acknowledgment of the systemic challenges they face. Participants may actively engage in discussions and activities that aim to address and dismantle these obstacles, demonstrating their commitment through tangible efforts to create change. In contrast, the other stages do not focus specifically on advocacy. For example, in Passive Acceptance, individuals may acknowledge traditional gender roles without questioning or challenging them. The Revelation stage often involves a realization of sexism and the need for change, but it doesn't yet encompass active advocacy. Lastly, the Embeddedness-Emanation stage concerns a deepening connection to feminist values and community but does not inherently imply the outward advocacy for others as seen in the Active Commitment phase.