#Gender: An Introduction to Gendered Social Problems - Paperback

by Sarah Deward (Author)

Thorough yet concise, #Gender: An Introduction to Gendered Social Problems provides timely, accessible, real-world cases of gendered social issues so that students can easily see the impact gender has on their lives. The textbook opens with the definition of gender and offers students a sociological framework to build upon. Current events such as the Roe v Wade reversal, Don't Say Gay, and hormone testing for athletes provide up to date examples of gendered social issues while "Moving Forward" sections highlight the efforts that activists and everyday people are making to offer solutions for current issues. The book closes with a discussion on social change. Perfect for undergraduate students learning how gender informs their individual lives and wider societal structures.

Author Biography

Sarah DeWard has taught sociology and women's and gender studies for over 20 years at multiple universities, including the University of Michigan, Clemson University, and Eastern Michigan University. DeWard is a former trainer for the New York State Coalition Against Domestic Violence where she provided national and statewide training about domestic violence advocacy and intimate partner sexual violence. She has worked as a counselor, support group facilitator, advocate, consultant, and grant writer in domestic violence programs in Michigan, South Carolina, and New York. Currently, Sarah works as a learning designer at the University of Michigan's Ross Office of Digital Education.