Joan Jacobs Brumberg, Stephen H. Weiss Presidential Fellow and Professor of Human Ecology at Cornell University, called Home Economics "an important female ghetto," and asked, "What other group of American women did so much, all over the country, and got so little credit? " In the 21st century, we remain relevant, even as our programs are dismantled. Here's a place to come together and discuss pressing issues.
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Upcoming “Let’s Talk About Sex” Conference from SisterSong
Family and Consumer Scientists should join the discussion about reproductive freedom. We know that unplanned pregnancies are more likely to occur in low income areas, and more likely to occur among women of color. We know that the consequences of unplanned pregnancies are experienced by a segment of the population that is already struggling and at risk. Shouldn't we be part of the solution? Our silence only contributes to a culture that blames women rather than empowering them.
Family and Consumer Scientists should join the discussion about reproductive freedom. We know that unplanned pregnancies are more likely to occur in low income areas, and more likely to occur among women of color. We know that the consequences of unplanned pregnancies are experienced by a segment of the population that is already struggling and at risk. Shouldn't we be part of the solution? Our silence only contributes to a culture that blames women rather than empowering them.
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