Female police officers in Israel: Patterns of integration and discrimination

The history of the employment of women in the Israel police is analyzed, and the status of women in the force in terms of their number, rank and assignment is explored. Conservative and feminist interpretations of this state of affairs are considered.

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Published in:Feminist Issues 1993-10, Vol.13 (2), p.23-45
Main Author: Shadmi, Erella
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Conservatism
Discrimination
Feminism
Police
Women
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Summary:The history of the employment of women in the Israel police is analyzed, and the status of women in the force in terms of their number, rank and assignment is explored. Conservative and feminist interpretations of this state of affairs are considered.
ISSN:0270-6679
1098-092X
1936-4717
DOI:10.1007/BF02685733