Reproductive Justice

3.00 credits · Undergraduate

Prereq: Second-year standing; 3 credits from FGST 1001, 1991; or permission of the Program Director This course introduces the key tenets of reproductive justice with a focus on contemporary social movements for bodily autonomy. Rooted in Black feminist praxis, reproductive justice incorporates an intersectional approach to sexual health and well-being with a focus on political action. This course outlines the historical development of reproductive justice theory and action, highlights key social movements and organizations, and considers contemporary struggles for trans rights, parenting, birth care, and abortion care within a reproductive justice framework. (Format: Lecture 3 Hours) (Exclusions: FGST 2991 Reproductive Rights & Justice; FGST 3991 Reproductive Justice)