Women and Research on Women in Israel


 

Publication Date: November 1999

Publisher: Hadassah International Research Institute on Jewish Women

Author(s): Hanna Herzog

Research Area: Population and demographics; Social conditions

Keywords: Feminism; Academic Research; Israeli Jews

Type: Brief

Coverage: Israel

Abstract:

The author examines the development of feminism and gender studies in Israel, describing five stages in the movement towards deeper nuance, honesty, and complexity. She also notes the lack of progress in moving towards a politically and civilly more egalitarian society.