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1 Gaganpreet Assignment 3: Research Essay Plan Gaganpreet Cheema 3611260 WGST 201 Ms. Arlene Young

2 Gaganpreet Preliminary Thesis Statement: Violence against women is a complex issue deeply rooted in patriarchal structures, and a feminist perspective is essential for understanding its causes, negative impacts on women's lives and the effectiveness of resistance and feminist advocacy in addressing this problem. Outline: I. Introduction A. Definition and significance of violence against women B. Importance of adopting a feminist perspective II. Understanding the Problem through Patriarchy and Feminist Theory A. Explanation of patriarchy as a system perpetuating gender-based violence (Smith, 2000) - This point involves discussing the concept of patriarchy and how it contributes to the occurrence of violence against women. B. Exploration of feminist theories applicable to the chosen context (e.g., anti-racist feminism for Indigenous women) (Davis, 1983) - This point emphasizes the importance of incorporating feminist theories to understand the chosen context of violence against women III. Historical Background and Context A. Overview of the historical evolution of violence against women (United Nations, 2020) - This point entails providing a brief historical background on violence against women, highlighting key events or shifts in societal attitudes and policies. B. Discussion of social, cultural, and economic factors influencing the prevalence of violence (Rai, 2019) - Here, I would explore how various societal factors, such as social norms, cultural practices, and economic inequalities, contribute to the persistence of violence against women. IV. Scope and Negative Impacts of the Problem

3 Gaganpreet A. Examination of a specific group affected by the chosen context (e.g., Indigenous women) (Sen, 2018) - This point involves narrowing down the focus to a specific group, such as Indigenous women, and discussing how violence affects them uniquely. B. Analysis of the physical, psychological, and social consequences for women (Canadian Women's Foundation, 2022) - This point delves into the negative impacts of violence against women, encompassing both immediate and long-term effects on their physical, mental, and social well-being. V. Causes of Gender-Based Violence A. Identification and analysis of various contributing factors (United Nations, 2020) - This point requires examining the different factors that contribute to gender-based violence, such as cultural norms, systemic inequalities, and power imbalance. B. Exploration of how intersections of patriarchy with other systems of oppression reinforce violence (Crenshaw, 1991) VI. Resistance and Feminist Advocacy A. Overview of feminist efforts to address violence against women (Johnson, 2017) – Here, I would discuss the actions taken by feminist movements and organizations to combat violence, raise awareness, and advocate for change. B. Examination of successful strategies and initiatives (UN Women, 2021) - This point involves highlighting specific examples of successful feminist interventions, policies, or programs that have made a positive impact in addressing violence against women. VII. Evaluation of Effectiveness A. Analysis of the impact and outcomes of feminist advocacy (UN Women, 2021)

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4 Gaganpreet B. Identification of challenges and areas requiring further improvement VIII. Conclusion A. Recapitulation of the central arguments B. Call to continue addressing violence against women through feminist perspectives and advocacy Preliminary Reference List Cho, S., Crenshaw, K. W., & McCall, L. (2013). Toward a Field of Intersectionality Studies: Theory, Applications, and Praxis. Signs: Journal of Women in Culture and Society, 38(4), 785-810. Crenshaw, K. (1991). Mapping the Margins: Intersectionality, Identity Politics, and Violence against Women of Color. Stanford Law Review, 43(6), 1241-1299. Davis, A. Y. (1983). Women, Race, & Class. Vintage Books. Johnson, N. (2017). Feminist Activism and Social Change: Challenging Patriarchy Through Advocacy. Routledge. Rai, S. M. (2019). Gender and the Political Economy of Conflict in Africa: The Persistence of Violence. Routledge. Sen, P. (2018). Sexual Violence against Indigenous Women: A Global Perspective. Women's International League for Peace and Freedom. Smith, P. (2000). The Conceptual Framework of Patriarchy: A Feminist Critique. Women & Politics, 22(2), 9-29. United Nations. (2020). Violence against Women: Definition and Scope of the Problem. UN Women.

5 Gaganpreet United Nations. (2021). Preventing and Responding to Violence against Women and Girls in the Context of COVID-19. UN Women. Canadian Women's Foundation. (2022). Violence against Women in Canada. Canadian Women's Foundation.

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