Women, Gender and Crime

Sue Strickland-Lord (Author)

9781779563958

Hardback, published 30 April 2026

232 pages
22.9 x 15.2 x 1.5 cm, 0.666 kg

This book examines the intersection of gender and crime, focusing on women as offenders, victims, and professionals in the criminal justice system. Topics include gender-based violence, women in law enforcement, and the impact of social norms on criminal behavior. Providing insights into gendered experiences in the justice system, the book emphasizes the importance of gender-sensitive policies and practices. It is a critical resource for students, researchers, and practitioners in criminology and gender studies.

• Chapter 1 Historical Perspectives on Women and Crime
• Chapter 2 Gender Disparities in Criminal Offenses
• Chapter 3 Women in the Criminal Justice System
• Chapter 4 Gender-Based Violence (GBV)
• Chapter 5 Gender, Race, and Crime
• Chapter 6 Women in Leadership Roles in the Criminal Justice Field
• Chapter 7 Women'
  s Encounters with Juvenile Justice
• Chapter 8 Women and Criminalized Health Behaviors
• Chapter 9 Gender Equality and Reform in the Criminal Justice System
• Chapter 10 Women, Gender, and Global Crime Trends