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Gender and Rights: Key Concepts in Indigenous Studies

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Gender and Rights: Key Concepts in Indigenous Studies is a groundbreaking work that explores the complex relationship between gender and rights in Indigenous communities. Over the 29 chapters in this sweeping work, authors carefully examine traditional concepts concerning the gendered division of labor and decision-making through a modern lens, ultimately showing how these foundational structures are evolving alongside the influence of international human rights frameworks and legal pluralism.

Gender and rights are two of the most important concepts in Indigenous studies. They are central to understanding the experiences of Indigenous peoples and the challenges they face. This book brings together leading scholars from around the world to explore the complex relationship between gender and rights in Indigenous communities.

The book is divided into four parts. The first part provides an overview of the key concepts of gender and rights. The second part examines the gendered division of labor and decision-making in Indigenous communities. The third part explores the impact of international human rights frameworks on Indigenous women's rights. The fourth part examines the challenges and opportunities for achieving gender equality in Indigenous communities.

Gender and Rights (Key Concepts in Indigenous Studies)

by G. N. Devy

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Gender is a social construct that refers to the roles, behaviors, activities, and attributes that a society assigns to people based on their sex. Rights are entitlements that are recognized and protected by law. They can be civil, political, economic, social, or cultural.

The relationship between gender and rights is complex. In some societies, women and men have equal rights. In other societies, women and men have different rights. This can be due to a variety of factors, including cultural norms, religious beliefs, and economic conditions.

In Indigenous communities, the relationship between gender and rights is often unique. This is because Indigenous communities have their own distinct cultures, histories, and legal systems. As a result, the gendered division of labor and decision-making in Indigenous communities can vary significantly from that of non-Indigenous communities.

In many Indigenous communities, there is a traditional gendered division of labor. This means that women and men have different roles and responsibilities. For example, women may be responsible for cooking, cleaning, and raising children, while men may be responsible for hunting, fishing, and warfare.

The gendered division of labor can have a significant impact on the rights of women and men. For example, women who are responsible for cooking and cleaning may have less time to participate in decision-making. This can limit their ability to influence the decisions that are made about their community.

In recent years, there has been a growing movement to promote gender equality in Indigenous communities. This movement has been supported by the adoption of international human rights frameworks, such as the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW).

CEDAW is a landmark international treaty that prohibits discrimination against women. It requires states to take steps to eliminate discrimination against women in all areas of life, including in the areas of education, employment, and health.

CEDAW has had a significant impact on the rights of Indigenous women. It has helped to raise awareness of the discrimination that Indigenous women face and has led to the adoption of laws and policies to protect their rights.

Despite the progress that has been made in promoting gender equality in Indigenous communities, there are still many challenges that need to be addressed. These challenges include:

Violence against women: Indigenous women are more likely to experience violence than non-Indigenous women. This violence can take many forms, including physical, sexual, and emotional abuse.
Economic inequality: Indigenous women are more likely to live in poverty than non-Indigenous women. This is due to a number of factors, including discrimination in employment and education.
Political marginalization: Indigenous women are often underrepresented in decision-making bodies. This can limit their ability to influence the decisions that are made about their community.

Despite these challenges, there are also a number of opportunities for achieving gender equality in Indigenous communities. These opportunities include:

Education: Education is a key to empowering Indigenous women. Education can help Indigenous women to develop the skills and knowledge they need to participate fully in society.
Economic empowerment: Economic empowerment is essential for Indigenous women. This can be achieved through a variety of means, including access to employment, credit, and land.
Political participation: Political participation is important for Indigenous women. This can help Indigenous women to have a say in the decisions that are made about their community.

Gender and rights are two of the most important concepts in Indigenous studies. This book has explored the complex relationship between these two concepts in Indigenous communities. It has shown that the gendered division of labor and decision-making in Indigenous communities is evolving alongside the influence of international human rights frameworks and legal pluralism. It has also identified a number of challenges and opportunities for achieving gender equality in Indigenous communities.

This book is an essential resource for anyone who wants to understand the experiences of Indigenous peoples and the challenges they face. It is a valuable contribution to the field of Indigenous studies and will help to shape the future of gender equality in Indigenous communities.

Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW)
United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP)
International Labour Organization (ILO) Convention No. 169 on Indigenous and Tribal Peoples
World Health Organization (WHO) Guidelines on Gender and Health

Gender and Rights (Key Concepts in Indigenous Studies)

by G. N. Devy

4.5 out of 5