Violence Against Girls and Women: International Perspectives [2 volumes]: International Perspectives

Violence Against Girls and Women: International Perspectives [2 volumes]: International Perspectives
ISBN-10
1440803366
ISBN-13
9781440803369
Category
Family & Relationships
Pages
549
Language
English
Published
2013-08-27
Publisher
ABC-CLIO
Authors
Janet A. Sigal, Florence L. Denmark

Description

Sexual assault, sex trafficking, and child abuse affect millions of women and girls globally each year. This two-volume set covers a broad scope of topics, from violence against girls before birth, in childhood, and throughout women's adult lives. • Presents valuable perspective from contributors who are members of NGOs working at the UN, providing an informed focus on international issues • Examines violence against girls and women comprehensively, from before birth to old age • Provides a wide breadth of coverage on international domestic violence issues in a single set • Offers recommendations for reducing or eliminating violence within each chapter • Appropriate for students of psychology or sociology of women, gender studies, and international studies

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