Deivanayagam, Nithi2024-05-082024-05-082024-03-14https://hdl.handle.net/1794/2939814 pagesFormed in 1974, WomanShare stands as one of the longest-continuing women's lands, representing the feminist and planned community movements in the United States. Women came together in large numbers during the 1970s to resist rooted patriarchal systems and advocate for their rights, marking a turning point in the struggle for gender equality. To gain more independence and to break free from conventional home duties, women fought to abolish strict gender roles. The community's experiences and expertise cover a range of skills essential for communal living, from building design and construction to health and healing, gardening, and political activism. WomanShare's founding principles highlight its commitment to being a women-only space, a home for lesbians, and providing services to the larger community (Founding Principles of WomanShare, WomanShare Collective). This commitment aligns with the broader feminist ethos of collaboration, equality, and shared decision-making. The participants at WomanShare, including traveling women, extended visitors, apprentices, and the resident collective, contribute to the diversity of the community, reflecting intentional inclusivity and emphasizing communal living, conservation of natural resources, and creating a healthy and supportive environment.en-USCreative Commons BY-NC-ND 4.0-USWomanSharechallenging gender normslesbianscollective actionLesbian separatismOther