Global Contestations of Gender Rights

Social movements, such as demonstrations for equal civil status and reproductive freedom, highlight the contested nature of women's and gender rights. This book explores the reasons and ways gender equality has become challenged in various political contexts through local case studies and an interdisciplinary approach.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 354 pages
Publication date: 15 March 2022
Publisher: Transcript Verlag

Across the globe, a burgeoning array of social movements, including rallies in favor of equal civil status and reproductive freedom, as well as protests against sexualized violence, underscores the contentious nature of women's and gender rights. In the context of a longstanding history of uneven rights enforcement, the contributors to this volume delve into the reasons behind and the diverse ways in which gender equality has become a subject of debate in various political contexts. Local case studies shed light on the underlying structural, institutional, and socio-cultural factors contributing to the global challenges to equality. This book adopts an interdisciplinary approach, drawing scholars from law, linguistics, cultural studies, history, social sciences, and gender studies across diverse settings.

The contributors to this volume explore a range of topics, including the historical roots of gender inequality, the legal frameworks governing gender equality, the role of language in perpetuating gender stereotypes, the impact of cultural norms and practices on gender roles, the experiences of women in different regions and societies, and the strategies employed by social movements and activists to promote gender equality.

By examining these issues from multiple perspectives, the book aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the complex dynamics that shape gender equality and to offer insights into the challenges and opportunities facing women and gender minorities around the world. It serves as a valuable resource for scholars, policymakers, activists, and anyone interested in advancing the cause of gender equality and promoting a more inclusive and equitable society.

Dimension: 225 x 148 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783837660692