| The Rights of Women: The Authoritative ACLU Guide to Women's Rights, Fourth Edition Contributor(s): Lapidus, Lenora M. (Author), Martin, Emily J. (Author), Luthra, Namita (Author) |
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ISBN: 0814752306 ISBN-13: 9780814752302 Publisher: New York University Press OUR PRICE: $88.11 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: April 2009 Annotation: The Rights of Women is a comprehensive guide that explains in detail the rights of women under present U.S. law, and how these laws can be used in the continuing struggle to achieve full gender equality at home, in the workplace, at school, and in society at large. The Rights of Women explores the concept of equal protection and covers topics including employment, education, housing, and public accommodations. This handbook also examines the specific issues of trafficking, violence against women, welfare reform, and reproductive freedom. Using a straightforward question-and-answer format while translating the law into accessible language, this volume is a tool for individuals, lawyers, and advocates seeking to assert womenas rights under the law. Now in its fully revised and updated fourth edition, The Rights of Women is an invaluable guide to finding legal solutions to the most pressing issues facing women today. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Law | Gender & The Law |
| Dewey: 346.730 |
| LCCN: 2008047033 |
| Series: American Civil Liberties Union Handbook |
| Physical Information: 1.2" H x 6.2" W x 9" (1.55 lbs) 432 pages |
| Themes: - Sex & Gender - Feminine |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: The Rights of Women is a comprehensive guide that explains in detail the rights of women under present U.S. law, and how these laws can be used in the continuing struggle to achieve full gender equality at home, in the workplace, at school, and in society at large. The Rights of Women explores the concept of equal protection and covers topics including employment, education, housing, and public accommodations. This handbook also examines the specific issues of trafficking, violence against women, welfare reform, and reproductive freedom. |
Contributor Bio(s): Lapidus, Lenora M.: - Lenora M. Lapidus is the Director of the Women's Rights Project of the American Civil Liberties Union.Martin, Emily J.: - Emily J. Martin is the Deputy Director of the ACLU Women's Rights Project.Luthra, Namita: - Namita Luthra is a former staff attorney at the ACLU Women's Rights Project. |