Are Constitutions Helping or Hindering Gender Equality?
Constitutions around the world are overwhelmingly the creation of men. How well are they doing at acknowledging equality – and advancing the rights of women? Ruth Rubio-Marin, professor of constitutional law at the University of Sevilla, offers a sweeping examination of this subject in her book Global Gender Constitutionalism and Women’s Citizenship, which covers a variety of topics including abortion and reproductive care, gender-based violence, political quotas, employment discrimination, and LGBTQ+ rights. Join the Birnbaum Women’s Leadership Network and the Meltzer Center for Diversity Inclusion, and Belonging for a conversation with Professor Rubio-Marin about the role of constitutional law in achieving gender justice, both in the United States and across the globe, moderated by Kenji Yoshino, Chief Justice Earl Warren Professor of Constitutional Law and director of the Meltzer Center.
**Note on Accessibility: This virtual event requires an Internet connection and computer or smartphone. All audio will be Closed Captioned. For any questions, please email shirley.dang@nyu.edu at least 72 hours prior to the event.**
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