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14 Feminist Memes That’ll Slay the Patriarchy with Laughter

Updated on Jul. 28, 2025

Need a little laughter while fighting for gender equality? These feminist memes deliver.

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I find myself constantly impressed with the women throughout history who fought for equality and those who fight for it today. We’ve come a long way, but there is still much to be done. While the following feminist memes are intended to make you chuckle, they are also meant to empower you and bring you closer to other women who share your feminist ideals.

Once you have a laugh, share these feminist memes with your girlfriends and marvel at how amazing and inspiring women really are.

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Who run the world?

Have you ever met a woman who wasn’t a queen? If you have, try inspiring her to get on the throne she deserves.

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Beware falling glass

There are countless women in history who broke down barriers and paved the way for the rest of us. Will you be one?

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Pick them up at your earliest convenience

We’ve been on hold for years. Even a century ago, women were denied basic freedoms. It’s time we pause and deeply reflect on that history.

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True friendship

Though the world still sees women as unequal to men, girls always have one another’s backs.

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Distance and respect

Is that too much to ask?

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Uplifting your fellow woman

Can you think of any better supporters through history? The suffragettes said it best as they changed history forever: We all deserve a voice, regardless of gender.

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Channel that tough-girl energy

Fact: Women can be confident and adorable.

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Louder for the people in the back

This one’s for all the female pioneers who took a stand for the future of womanhood. Can you think of anything better?

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Like this?

Am I doing it right?

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Allergy season

Does anyone have a tissue? Or a solution to continuing misogyny?

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Put ’em up

“Fight light a girl,” “run like a girl”—how else will you compliment me today?

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Call me nightshade

Sure, I’m beautiful, but I’m also resilient and strong.

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Quick presentation

Can’t think of anything.

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Amen

Or should I say, a-women?

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