Feministoriented

Feministoriented is an adjective used to describe content, approaches, or analyses that are oriented toward feminist perspectives, aims, or concerns. The term combines feminist with oriented to signal a directional emphasis on gender equity, women's rights, and the social dimensions of gender. While not a formal scholarly category, feministoriented is encountered in discussions of research methods, journalism, education, and design to indicate that gender and power relations are central to the work.

In scholarship, feministoriented research foregrounds women’s experiences, unequal power relations, and the role of gender in social structures, often employing feminist theory, intersectionality, and qualitative methods. In media and communication, feministoriented reporting or critique seeks to elevate women’s voices, scrutinize patriarchal norms, and analyze representation and stereotypes. In policy and program design, feministoriented approaches aim to integrate gender analysis, address structural barriers, and promote inclusive outcomes. In technology and product design, it may emphasize inclusive usability, accessibility, and representation of diverse users.

Critiques of feministoriented work include concerns about ideological bias or the risk of essentializing identities; supporters argue that it helps reveal embedded inequalities and broadens analytical and practical horizons. See also feminism, gender studies, and inclusive design.