This article discusses new midwifery legislation and the side effects of government recognition. Illustrates the unique and valuable role of a midwife.
In this article Judy Darcy shares her vision of what life could be like under free trade. Illustrates the impact on social services and public programs.
This article examines The Epp Report. Discuses the proposed movement from the individual model. Illustrates the value of the report in terms of health promotion and health strategies.
This article explores the housing needs of seniors, who are predominantly women, and illustrates some new and traditional housing options designed specifically for seniors. Introduces the term Granny Flat.
This article explores the ways in which feminist approaches to theorizing and strategizing about violence has shifted over the years. Focus on violence and health.
National Network on Environment and Women's Health (NNEWH)
Media Type:
Paper
Online
Author:
J. Lewis
F. Shaver
The purpose of this document is to identify some of the risks to safety and security encountered in various sectors of the sex industry, the factors contributing to these risks, and the legislation and policies that influence the work environment of women, men, and Transexual/Transgendered people in the industry.
Highlights that Canada is out of step with important developments in preventing and reducing poverty. Looks at anti-poverty strategies in other countries and compares them to Canada, and comes up with four cornerstones.
Discusses how increased federal transfers to the provinces and territories represent a real opportunity for Canada to better comply with its human rights obligations to women, but only if governments agree to develop common standards and designate monies for programs and services on which women heavily rely. It also de-mystifies some of the terms of the current debate and articulates what is at stake for women.
Provides a list of 16 actions an anti-choice government can take to limit access to reproductive services such as allowing public referendums on abortion, and imposing gag orders on family planning agencies funded by federal government. Looks at present government's actions.
Regarding the recent cuts to Status of Women Canada, the author discusses how grassroots women's organizations across the country fulfill an essential democratic process and function as an accountability mechanism to government.
