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Elephants Know Tons About Matriarchy
Women and men can learn much from the herd mentality
Many pachyderm families have an elephant in the room. The gentle giants are known for their intelligence, strong social bonds and complex family structures.
No wonder that the matriarch model of elephants appeals to advocates such as Shruti Kapoor and Subuhi Safvi.
Central to the elephant’s society is the matriarch, an experienced and wise female who leads the herd with authority and care. In this matriarchal system, knowledge is passed down through generations, guiding the herd’s survival in the wild.
Kapoor is a gender equality activist and an economist who founded Sayfty, which educates and empowers women and girls against violence.
A trauma recovery coach, Safvi empowers survivors of abusive relationships to learn to heal and love themselves and choose healthy relationships.
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She and Kapoor talked during a SayftyChat about elephants and matriarchy and how they apply to today’s world.
For example, there are differences between a matriarchal and a patriarchal society.
