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How to Prepare Gender Studies

Section I: Introduction to Gender Studies

Resources:

• Book: "Gender Trouble" by Judith Butler

• Online Resource: Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy - "Feminist Perspectives on Sex and Gender"

Questions:

1.  What is the difference between Gender Studies and Women's Studies?

2.  Discuss the multi-disciplinary nature of Gender Studies.

3.  Explain the autonomy vs. integration debate in Gender Studies.

4.  What is the current status of Gender Studies in Pak?

Section II: Social Construction of Gender

Resources:

• Book: "Gender and the Social Construction of Illness" by Judith Lorber

• Online Resource: TED Talk - "The Social Construction of Gender" by Judith Butler

Questions:

1.  How does society construct gender roles and identities?

2.  What is the significance of the queer theory in challenging traditional notions of "Sex"?

3.  Discuss the debate regarding whether "Sex" is socially determined.

4.  Explain the concepts of masculinities and femininity in the context of social construction.

Section III: Feminist Theories and Practice

Resources:

• Book: "The Second Sex" by Simone de Beauvoir

• Online Resource: "Introduction to Feminism" by the Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy

Questions:

1.  Define feminism and its goals.

2.  Discuss the key ideas of liberal feminism.

3.  What are the core principles of radical feminism?

4.  How does Marxist/Socialist feminism critique capitalism from a gender perspective?

 Section IV: Feminist Movements

Resources:

• Book: "The Feminine Mystique" by Betty Friedan

• Online Resource: United Nations Women - "History of the Women's Rights Movement"

Questions:

1.  Explain the waves of feminism and their key achievements.

2.  What role did United Nations Conferences on Women play in advancing gender equality globally?

3.  How has feminism manifested itself in Pakistan's social and political landscape?

Section V: Gender and Development

Resources:

• Book: "The Gendered Society" by Michael S. Kimmel

• Online Resource: World Bank - "Gender and Development"

Potential Questions:

1.  Compare colonial and capitalistic perspectives on gender.

2.  Analyze the gender critique of structural adjustment policies (SAPs).

3.  How has globalization affected gender dynamics in development?

Section VI: Status of Women in Pakistan

Resources:

• Book: "Half the Sky: Turning Oppression into Opportunity for Women Worldwide" by Nicholas D. Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn

• Online Resource: Human Rights Watch - "Pakistan: Violence Against Women and Girls"

Questions:

1.  Assess the status of women's health in Pakistan, including key challenges.

2.  Examine the educational opportunities and barriers faced by women in Pakistan.

3.  Discuss the employment landscape for women in Pakistan.

4.  What legal reforms and protections exist ?

Section VII: Gender and Governance

Resources:

• Book: "Women, Gender, and Politics: A Reader" edited by Mona Lena Krook and Sarah Childs

• Online Resource: UN Women - "Women in Politics: 2021"

Questions:

1.  Define governance and its relevance to gender issues.

2.  How did the suffragist movement contribute to women's political rights?

3.  Analyze the challenges women face as voters, candidates, and representatives in Pakistan.

Section VIII: Gender-Based Violence

Resources:

• Book: "The Macho Paradox: Why Some Men Hurt Women and How All Men Can Help" by Jackson Katz

• Online Resource: UN Women - "Understanding Violence Against Women"

Questions:

1.  Define gender-based violence and its various forms.

2.  Explore theories explaining violence against women.

3.  Discuss strategies and initiatives to eliminate gender-based violence.

4.  How can societies promote awareness and prevention of GOB?

Section IX: Case Studies

Resources:

• Book: "In the Name of Honour: A Memoir" by Mukhtaran Mai

• Online Resource: TED Talk - "Malala Yousafzai: The Girl Who Demanded Education"

• Documentary: "Saving Face" by Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy

Questions:

1.  Analyze the story and impact of Mukhtaran Mai's activism.

2.  What are the key achievements and challenges faced by Malala Yousafzai in advocating for girls' education?

3.  Discuss the work of Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy in shedding light on critical gender issues ?

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