In a bold response to Donald Trump’s recent presidential victory, a group of liberal women has sworn to abstain from sex with men, inspired by a South Korean feminist movement known as the “4B Movement.” The movement, which initially gained traction in Korea, emphasizes four key commitments: no sex, no dating, no marriage, and no childbirth with men. American women are now taking to social media, using hashtags and videos to promote this unique protest in support of women’s rights and bodily autonomy.
One viral TikTok video captured a young woman encouraging others to delete their dating apps, calling this act a form of “sovereignty over our bodies.” “As a woman, my bodily autonomy matters, and this is my way to exercise control over that,” she declared. She further encouraged women who might need “someone to cuddle” to turn to their female friends instead, reinforcing the idea of sisterhood and solidarity.
The 4B movement, which originated in South Korea, stands for the Korean words meaning “no” to marriage, childbirth, dating, and heterosexual relationships. It emerged as a reaction to growing frustrations over issues like gender-based violence and the pressure to conform to traditional roles. With Trump’s return to the White House, American women have found inspiration in this movement, using it to voice their displeasure and take a stand against policies they see as threatening to women’s rights.
This movement comes as a pointed response to Trump’s vocal opposition to abortion rights, his support of overturning Roe v. Wade, and his often-criticized comments about women. Many protesters argue that this win for Trump represents a setback for women’s rights, and they view the 4B movement as a powerful way to voice their disapproval.
Across social media, videos show women announcing their personal commitments to the movement. In one video, a woman states plainly: “If men won’t respect our bodies, they don’t get access to our bodies.” Another declared, “All I have to say is, good luck getting laid. Especially in Florida, because me and my girlies are participating in the 4B movement.”
Some women have openly voiced frustrations about the gender gap in voting patterns. While 55% of men reportedly voted for Trump, 53% of women supported his Democratic opponent, Kamala Harris. In many of the shared videos, women cite this as a reason to rally together, hoping to shift the balance of power by opting out of heterosexual relationships.
Though rooted in South Korean feminist circles, the 4B movement’s ideas are resonating widely in the U.S. In fact, some believe that this movement could mark the beginning of a more significant shift in attitudes among American women, as more people adopt similar methods to protest policies they feel strip away personal freedoms.
For those affected by Trump’s policies, this isn’t just a trend; it’s a demonstration of resistance and a way to express their displeasure.