Gender and Human Rights in Cross Cultural Perspective

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(same as WGST 4550 , PEA_ST 4550 ; cross-leveled with WGST 7550 , SOCIOL 7550 , PEA_ST 7550 ). This course focuses on the global discourse on human rights and gender, emphasizing cross-cultural theories. Course includes the meaning of rights, Western and non-western perspectives, feminist contributions, important substantive debates, violations, policymaking and activism. Credit Hour s : 3 Prerequisites: WGST 1120 or SOCIOL 2200 ; senior standing required