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Violence Against Women

The materials in this collection revolve around rape and sexual assault, domestic violence, physical and sexual abuse, and the resources/services available to women in these situations. They also examine the role that guns play, both as an abuser's weapon and as a woman's means of self-defense; as well as the issues facing women who fight back against their abusers. This collection also deals with issues of sexual harassment, sexism in the workplace, reproductive rights and access to reproductive health services, education, and the impact of pornography on the male psyche and their interactions and expectations concerning women.

Documents

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Justice for battered women: Free Claudia Reddy

Publisher: Compassionate Release Program of the HIV/AIDS in Prison Project; California Coalition for Women PrisonersFormat: FlyerCollection: Violence Against Women

Flyer demanding justice in the case of Claudia Reddy whose crime was defending herself against and killing her abusive husband.

Abuse: Power and Control

Publisher: Mid-Peninsula Support Network for Battered WomenFormat: FlyerCollection: Violence Against Women

Flyer containing information about physical abuse, sexual abuse and emotional abuse.

Take Back the Night Chant Sheet

Format: FlyerCollection: Violence Against Women

Flyer containing chants for the Take Back the Night event as well as some well known downtown SF locations and businesses that support violence against women.