Witches of yesterday and activists of today: a common heritage

The figure of the witch has haunted the collective imagination for centuries, oscillating between fear and fascination. But beyond folkloric representations and popular figures, the witches of yesterday and the activists of today share a common struggle: that of justice, emancipation, and the reappropriation of feminine power.

In a captivating dialogue with artist Caroline Létourneau, we explored these unexpected connections. From the persecution of women accused of witchcraft to the marginalization of contemporary female voices, the same mechanisms of exclusion and control are repeated, but the forms of resistance are evolving.

How do feminist and ecofeminist struggles fit into this continuity?
What role does the witch play as a symbol of rebellion and empowerment?

Find the full article in the issue 276 of Vie des Arts, under the title Incantations: A profound and engaged exploration of the links between past and present, between oppression and resilience.