East European feminists are struggling to solidify the shaky social gains that were made under state-sponsored socialism. This collection gives voice to women throughout the region, from activists and scholars to high school students.

Facing negative public opinion and difficult conditions in their homelands, East European women are struggling to solidify the shaky social gains that were made under state-sponsored socialism. This collection gives voice to women throughout the region, from activists and scholars to high school students. In a variety of genres, including essays, interviews and autobiography, they address issues such as abortion, forced unemployment, rape and domestic violence, lesbianism, motherhood, ethnicity, war, media and religion.