AME 345 - Abolition Feminism: Gender Violence and the Carceral State

3 CR

Ever wonder about the history of movements to abolish the police and prisons? This course is a feminist examination of abolitionist praxis and theory. It studies the origins of abolition feminism in the 1970s and its divergence from mainstream feminism; it examines the emergence of a contemporary coalition, including queer and trans-activists and women of color activists in movements against gender-based violence. Cross-listed with HGH 345, INT 345 and WGS 345.

Prerequisite(s): ENG 101.