How are women doing in three diverse cultures? What rights do they have? What can they do to create more equitable conditions for themselves?
Join our public policy conversation on Saturday, March 5, 10AM, at the Topsfield Library as we recount recent American Association of University Women member trips to Cuba and Israel. Linda Britt and Pat Gorton will describe their encounters with women in Cuba, while Liz Fragola and Patricia Ho will report on their findings in Israel. To begin our consideration of gender equity in other countries, Sanaz Raoufi will speak about the conflicting pressures facing women in Iran.
Following these short reports, everyone is invited to engage in our informal conversation on questions such as –
a. What inequities do these women face in their countries?
b. What cultural, historical or political factors might promote these conditions?
c. Are there different perceptions regarding the status of these women?
d. Do western media reinforce stereotypes and misconceptions?
e. How can women in any culture help bridge misunderstandings or conflicting expectations among groups?
f. How can women help bring about change for equity for each other?
Refreshments will be served. The public is welcome and there is no charge for attending. For further information call 978-352-8931
