Globalization of Gender: Knowledge, Mobilizations, Frameworks of Action

This book explores the interconnectedness of global gender circulations and the globalization process,de-compartmentalizing academic disciplines and mapping social spaces and networks of actors involved in the production and circulation of gender-related repertoires. It focuses on collective and individual experiences within womens organizations,activist careers,unstable mobilizations,public policies,and temporalities,revealing the mechanisms through which these arrangements are made and shedding light on strategies deployed by actors rooted in specific social and political contexts.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 250 pages
Publication date: 31 March 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive work offers a profound exploration into the intricate dynamics of feminist repertoires in the contemporary world, unveiling the profound interconnectedness of international/transnational gender circulations with the broader process of globalization. Through a collaborative and reflexive approach, each chapter delves into the intricate circulations of gender-related norms and knowledge, shedding light on the diverse perspectives and methodologies employed by researchers. By transcending traditional academic boundaries and geographical divisions, the authors create a comprehensive map of social spaces and networks of actors involved in the production and dissemination of feminist repertoires. Moreover, the book adeptly captures the complex interplay between circulatory processes and entangled social phenomena, challenging the conventional divisions between collective action, public action, development aid, feminism, law, and international relations. The chapters, centered on collective and individual experiences within women's organizations, activist careers, unstable mobilizations, public policies, and temporalities, unveil the mechanisms that shape these arrangements and provide valuable insights into the strategies employed by actors operating within specific social and political contexts. This book is a valuable resource for students and scholars of gender studies, as well as those interested in politics, International Relations, sociology, geography, history, and anthropology. Its insights into the complex dynamics of feminist movements and the broader global landscape will undoubtedly contribute to our understanding of contemporary society.

Weight: 481g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367785789