CRJU 241 - Women, Girls and Violence

(3 credits)
Prerequisite: CRJU 101 or consent of instructor
Within a global perspective that recognizes the myriad and diverse experiences of women and girls, this course examines the continuum of violence that affects their lives, as victims and/or perpetrators. Framed by cross-cultural analyses of trends and patterns, students investigate how historical, socio-political and economic conditions shape the way women and girls experience and respond to domination and exploitation. Specifically, the course examines violence against women and girls that is differentially racialized, class-based and gendered, as well as how such acts of violence and violation shape a woman’s or girl’s sense of identity. Topics include sexual violence, intimate partner violence, media portrayal of violence against women and girls, women street crime offenders, women in prison and girls’ experiences with the juvenile justice system. Offered annually. (CMCL; CSOC; CWRT)