Date of Award
8-13-2019
Degree Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Arts (MA)
Department
Philosophy
First Advisor
Dr. Christie Hartley
Second Advisor
Dr. Andrew Altman
Third Advisor
Dr. Sandra Dwyer
Abstract
The perpetuation of rape culture is a central issue for feminist theory. In this paper, I argue for a comprehensive educational approach for undermining rape culture. I begin by outlining the reliance of rape culture on problematic social norms, particularly dominant conceptions of sexuality. I then briefly sketch a comprehensive educational approach and its advantages. Included in this sketch are critiques of two other feminist strategies for undermining rape culture: feminist legal reform and feminist self-defense training. I conclude by considering possible objections and attempt to provide solutions to foreseeable problems with my approach.
DOI
https://doi.org/10.57709/14870712
Recommended Citation
Halsne, Chase, "Dismantling Rape Culture: The Need for a Comprehensive Educational Approach." Thesis, Georgia State University, 2019.
doi: https://doi.org/10.57709/14870712
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