SOCI 270 - Law,Gender,and Social Transformation in South Africa

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Randolph-Macon College

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Description:

This course studies gender issues, conflict resolution, and the legal system in the South African context. Topics include the relationship between law and society, the social nature of law, law in cross-cultural perspective, traditional conflict resolution, law and gender, gendered violence, domestic violence, and legal pluralism in the African context. Special emphasis will be given to the impact of recent transformations in post- Apartheid S. Africa on gender identity, gender relations, family life, informal dispute resolution, and family and civil law. This is an exclusive travel course. Students will spend approximately two weeks in Johannesburg, South Africa, and surrounding areas. Students must also take PSYC 180. Offered alternate years. Three hours. Mr. London.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.rmc.edu

Phone Number:

(804) 752-7200

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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