This book examines the intersection of gender and crime, focusing on women as offenders, victims, and professionals in the criminal justice system. Topics include gender-based violence, women in law enforcement, and the impact of social norms on criminal behavior. Providing insights into gendered experiences in the justice system, the book emphasizes the importance of gender-sensitive policies and practices. It is a critical resource for students, researchers, and practitioners in criminology and gender studies.
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Women, Gender and Crime
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Title Page
- Copyright
- About the Author
- Table of Contents
- List of Figures
- Abstract
- Preface
- Chapter 1 Historical Perspectives on Women and Crime
- Chapter 2 Gender Disparities in Criminal Offenses
- Chapter 3 Women in the Criminal Justice System
- Chapter 4 Gender-Based Violence (GBV)
- Chapter 5 Gender, Race, and Crime
- Chapter 6 Women in Leadership Roles in the Criminal Justice Field
- Chapter 7 Women’s Encounters with Juvenile Justice
- Chapter 8 Women and Criminalized Health Behaviors
- Chapter 9 Gender Equality and Reform in the Criminal Justice System
- Chapter 10 Women, Gender, and Global Crime Trends
- Bibliography
- Index
- Back Cover
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