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Encyclopedia of Sex and Gender
Addresses issues of sex and gender at the personal and the social level; examines issues of identity, status, class, ethnicity, race, and nation; of sexuality and the body; of social institutions and the structures of representation. Topics include changing conceptions of "the feminine," the family and masculinity, religion, morality, cultural images, medical practice, public health, economy and society and many more.
Encyclopedia of Women and Gender: Sex Similarities and Differences and the Impact of Society on Gender
The study of gender differences began in earnest in the 1970s and has since increased dramatically to infiltrate virtually all fields of study in the social and behavioral sciences.The Encyclopedia of Gender covers all three areas under one cover, discussing psychological differences in personality, cognition, and behavior, as well as biologically based differences and how those differences impact behavior.
Gender and Education: An Encyclopedia
The entries in this work cover the breadth of topics related to gender and education. They provide reference information on the history and condition of gender and education from elementary to high school.
National Women's History Project
The National Women's History Project recognizes and celebrates the diverse and historic accomplishments of women by providing informational services and educational and promotional materials.
World Bank
Recent data and statistics on country development, global poverty, health and education, and other economic and social indicators related to poverty and development. Includes global gender statistics.
International Center for Research on Women
Since 1976, ICRW has set the global agenda for gender equality, inclusion, and shared prosperity with their action-oriented research and solutions.
Digital Transgender Archive
The purpose of DTA is to increase the accessibility of transgender history by providing an online hub for digitized historical documents, born-digital materials, and information on archival holdings throughout the world.

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Women's and Gender Studies Journals

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ATLA Religion Database This link opens in a new window
The ATLA RDB (American Theological Library Association Religion Database) covers Biblical studies, world religions, church history, and religious perspectives on social issues from 1949 to present.
CQ Researcher This link opens in a new window
CQ Researcher provides in-depth coverage of political and social issues, with regular reports on topics in health, education, the environment, technology, the U.S. economy, and international affairs. View Tutorial:
JSTOR This link opens in a new window
A digital library providing access to books, primary sources, and archival and current issues of over 2,000 scholarly journals across from over 50 academic disciplines. View this tutorial:
Diversity Studies Collection
The Diversity Studies Collection explores cultural differences, contributions and influences in the global community. This collection includes more than 2.7 million articles from 150 journals.
Gender Studies Collection
Gender Studies Collection provides balanced coverage of this significant aspect of culture and society. The database offers access to scholarly journals and magazines covering topics including gender studies, family and marital issues, and more.

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Women's and Gender Studies Research Guide: Resources at Hedberg

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