Global Gender Constitutionalism and Women's Citizenship: A Struggle for Transformative Inclusion

This book explores how far constitutions have affirmed the equal citizenship status of women or failed to do so, using a wealth of examples from around the world. It adopts an inclusive concept of gender and sexuality and discusses the constitutional gender order as it has been shaped by debates such as same-sex marriage and the rights of trans persons.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 404 pages
Publication date: 08 December 2022
Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Constitutions across the globe have predominantly been crafted by men, yet this book delves into the extent to which these constitutions have upheld or neglected the equal citizenship status of women. Ruth Rubio-Marín explores constitutionalism from its inception to the present day, placing current debates within their crucial historical context. Employing a diverse range of examples from across the world, Rubio-Marín adopts an inclusive concept of gender and sexuality, examining how the constitutional gender order has been shaped by discussions surrounding same-sex marriage and the rights of trans individuals. Spanning a wide array of themes, including reproductive rights, political gender quotas, and violence against women, this book provides a comprehensive feminist interpretation of constitutional law. With a truly international scope and ambitious subject matter, this book serves as an invaluable resource for students and scholars engaged in gender studies across various disciplines.

Weight: 598g
Dimension: 229 x 153 x 24 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781316630303