Product Description
An insight into the long-standing struggle of women in criminal justice occupations to move beyond the barriers of gender segregation is provided in this book. The authors take a close look at the organization of justice occupations along gender lines and in doing so discuss issues such as the historical roles of women in the criminal justice system; the expansion of women’s assignments and contributions in the past 20 years; the barriers that women in justice occu… More >>
Doing Justice, Doing Gender: Women in Law and Criminal Justice Occupations
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#1 by Marion E. Gold on April 23, 2010 - 8:43 am
The myths that perpetuate about women in law enforcement undermine the positive impact women have on reducing violence in our society. Kudos to Susan Martin for helping to raise awareness and set the record straight. We must increase the visibility of women who have the courage to break through the stereotypes, and promote educational programs and media strategies that provide a true picture of women’s achievements in law enforcement.
Rating: 5 / 5