Author Archives: Fulya Torun

Gender, Violence and Health. 29th September – 2nd October 2009

June 22, 2009 – 12:28 pm

Violence is a major concern worldwide, with negative effects on women, men and children. In Victoria, it is the major cause of disability, illness and death amongst women of reproductive age. In this subject we cover the definitions, conceptualisation and prevalence of violence and will use a gender lens to consider a broad range of [...]

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Women and Global Health, 31st July, 7th & 14th August, 16th October 2009

June 22, 2009 – 12:28 pm

This short course addresses the health of women in the dynamic context of development, globalization and social and cultural change. It will explore the determinants of health and illness of women in this international context, with a particular emphasis on the Asia Pacific Region. There will be specific consideration of communicable diseases, including HIV/AIDS; reproductive [...]

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