POLS 210 - Gender and Politics

5 CR

This class examines the relationship between gender and politics, political choices and civic action, with a focus on non-dominant groups. Some topics: Why are women underrepresented in legislatures across the globe? What happens when women run for political office? How has the transgender rights movement transformed political systems?

Course Outcomes

Critique patriarchy and analyze political processes that create gender inequality.
Investigate and evaluate the history of gender and political participation.
Apply core concepts from feminist theories, including women of color and intersectional feminist approaches, to one’s everyday life and to current political issues.
Evaluate the impact of gender diversity in governmental and non-governmental institutions.
Explain the significance of the transgender rights movement.
Critically analyze and engage with proposals to end gender violence, inequality and underrepresentation in politics.
Engage in critical self-reflection regarding gender and politics.

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