Anqi Shen
Women Police in Contemporary China: Gender and Policing
Women Police in Contemporary China: Gender and Policing
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This book is the first to examine women in policing in mainland China, based on empirical data and secondary information. It discusses how women were introduced to the male-only organization, their experiences as officers, challenges, and gendered issues in the police profession. It provides insights into women's lives and contributions to policing and offers a gendered lens to analyze police occupational culture.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 172 pages
Publication date: 25 September 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
This groundbreaking work is the first to examine women's roles in policing in mainland China. Drawing on extensive empirical data and a wealth of secondary information from a diverse range of published sources, the book is authored by a former police officer with firsthand experience in China. It provides a comprehensive and detailed exploration of key issues related to women in the Chinese police force.
The book primarily relies on in-depth face-to-face interviews with police officers and student probationers across various force areas, offering invaluable insights into the lives of women in Chinese policing. It delves into the historical introduction of Chinese women into the male-dominated organization and their current representation within the Chinese police. It explores the experiences of female officers, shedding light on their daily routines, contributions to policing, their perceptions of their roles and positions in the police profession, as well as the gender-based challenges and concerns they face. Additionally, the book examines police occupational culture through a gendered lens, shedding light on the unique challenges and opportunities faced by women in this field.
Women Police in Contemporary China is an essential reading for scholars and practitioners engaged in policing studies, gender and justice, policymaking, comparative criminal justice, and anyone interested in understanding the role of women in the Chinese police. It offers a comprehensive and nuanced understanding of the complex dynamics and challenges faced by women in this profession, contributing to our knowledge and understanding of gender equality and social justice in law enforcement.
Weight: 453g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032109442
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