Lecture 10 - Critical feminist Theories Flashcards
(13 cards)
Critical (race) theories
The use of law, the legal order, and institutions in maintaining white privilege and supremacy. Focus on the exercise and experience of power.
Feminist Criminology (1960s)
questions the status quo, most specifically the male-centered
view that much of criminology takes.
2nd wave: highlighted the structural oppression of women as well as general abuses and crimes against them.
3rd wave: influenced by post- structural feminism and Critical Race Feminism (1990s)
Historical developments - Women as offenders
2 points:
- Studies of women offenders was a rather small and neglected area of criminological theorizing.
- Feminists argued that these studies were either overtly sexist or extremely limited in what they could say about the nature of women’s involvement in the CJS.
Critical race theory
The historical centrality and complicity of law in upholding white supremacy.
* argue that to understand law and racial exclusion, we must understand the experiences of people of color under this legal system.
* argue that the law is not “neutral” or “objective” in its
creation or application and, instead, has been used overtly, when possible, and
covertly, when necessary, to subordinate people of color
Metoo movement
The #MeToo movement is a social movement against sexual harassment and assault, especially in the workplace.
* The phrase “Me Too” was first used in 2006 by activist Tarana Burke to support survivors of sexual violence.
* gained attention when people began sharing their experiences using #MeToo on social media, after allegations against Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein.
Peacemaking criminology
A perspective in criminology that sees crime and punishment as part of a cycle of violence, and argues that we should focus on peace, compassion, and social justice to reduce crime.
Types of feminism
Liberal feminism:
* Focuses on equality through legal and political reforms (like equal pay, voting rights, education, etc.).
Radical feminism:
* Believes that patriarchy (male dominance) is deeply rooted in all parts of society — including family, religion, and media.
Socialist Feminism:
* Combines feminist and socialist/Marxist ideas.
Marxist feminism:
* Focuses on how capitalism creates and maintains women’s oppression
Ex. unpaid labour (housework)
Postmodern feminism:
* Challenges the idea that there’s one universal experience of being a woman.
How can we apply a critical/feminist lens to understand inequalities in medicine?
Medicine needs to recognize biological and social differences without reinforcing stereotypes.
* Underrepresentation of women
* Underrepresentation of diverse women in clinical trials
* Limited or lack of reporting based on gender
Socialization theories
explain how people learn the norms, values, behaviors, and roles needed to function in society. These theories focus on how we become who we are through interaction with others.
Gabby Petito + IPV
The tragic case of Gabby Petito is often discussed in connection with intimate partner violence
* highlights how abuse can be hidden, misinterpreted, or overlooked even in public settings
Missing White Syndrome: Missing White Woman Syndrome is a term used to describe how disappearances of white women receive far more media attention than those of women of color, Indigenous women, or men.
IPV experiences of younder women
Study shwos younger women are more likely to be victims of violence. Gender has also been shown to be associated with increased risk of violence, with women being overrepresented as victims.
Experiences of Indigenous Women
Violence against Indigenous peoples reflects the traumatic and destructive history of colonialization that impacted and continues to impact Indigenous families, communities and Canadian society overall.
* persistent human and indigenous rights violations and abuses are the root cause behind Canada’s staggering rates of violence against indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA people
