Human rights issues in various cultural contexts concerning sex and/or gender, with attention to sexual minorities such as gay, lesbian, and transgendered persons. Forms of discrimination against sexual minorities and the mechanisms and strategies for redress. Prerequisite(s): second-year standing or permission of the Institute.Lectures and discussion groups three hours a week.
Human rights issues in various cultural contexts concerning sex and/or gender, with attention to sexual minorities such as gay, lesbian, and transgendered persons. Forms of discrimination against sexual minorities and the mechanisms and strategies for redress. Prerequisite(s): second-year standing or permission of the Institute.Lectures and discussion groups three hours a week.