Gender Politics: Citizenship, Activism, and Sexual Diversity [Paperback]

Surya Monro (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 1, 2005

Is it possible to move beyond the male-female gender binary system? What happens to gender theory when we consider sex and gender identities as more than just 'male' or 'female'? Crucially, what are the implications of gender and sexual fluidity and multiplicity for social policy, citizenship, new social movements and democracy? Gender Politics challenges ideas that we are all either male or female, and gay or straight. It explores the experiences of people who transgress these categories, and the social exclusion that they face. Surya Monro addresses topical debates concerning gender, and looks at different ways of theorising gender pluralism. She explains how gender and sexuality relate to other social characteristics such as 'race', class, and disability. As well as providing a way into some of the key academic discussions in the field of gender and sexuality, Gender Politics is also a tool for activists. Monro analyses the way in which mainstream citizenship, social policy, and democracy can -or cannot - be changed to reflect the needs of marginalised groups. She explores the social implications of equality for transgender, intersex, lesbian, gay and bisexual people, and assesses conflicts within these communities themselves.

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About the Author

Surya Monro has been involved in gender and sexuality activism for over 15 years. She completed her PhD on transgender politics at Sheffield University in 2000 and is Senior Research Fellow in the Policy Research Institute at Leeds Metropolitan University. She has published in various referred journals, has taught in the field and has spoken at a range of national and international conferences.

Product Details

• Paperback: 224 pages
• Publisher: Pluto Press (March 1, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0745319688
• ISBN-13: 978-0745319681
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.4 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.9 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,683,582 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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