Sexism at work / by Duchess Harris, JD, PhD ; with Gail Radley.
Title:
Sexism at work / by Duchess Harris, JD, PhD ; with Gail Radley.
ISBN:
9781532151972
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Publication Information:
Minneapolis, Minnesota : Essential Library, [2018]
Physical Description:
1 online resource (112 pages) : illustrations (some color).
General Note:
Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Contents:
A persistent problem -- The long struggle against sexism -- Impact of stereotypes -- The changing face of sexual harassment -- Sexual harassment does damage -- Parenting and sexism -- Unequal pay for equal work -- The glass ceiling -- What's next for women at work?
Summary:
Highlights the different ways in which sexism manifests in the workplace. Examines the overt and subtle ways in which women are marginalized, stereotyped, or discriminated against due to gender, and the deeply entrenched societal gender norms that persist. Each chapter provides discussion questions, and throughout the book sidebars offer anecdotes. Includes a section at the end about how conditions are improving and the people and groups pushing for change.
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Interest grade level:
8-12.
Audience:
1140 Lexile.
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