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Abstract

This research project examines the effects of the Mexico City Policy on feminism, non governmental organizations (NGOs) funding, and women's global health. The paper argues that the Mexico City Policy, also known as the Global Gag Rule, is a form of hegemonic discursive and cultural imperialism that silences women and NGO voices. In doing so, the policy decreases access to reproductive health care, increases the feminization of poverty, and removes reproductive decision-making from women.

The research maintains this argument through review of the literature surrounding this issue. This literature review includes an examination of the history of the U.S. policy restricting abortion service and advocacy funding by the United States, the rhetorical framing of the debate, the role of state feminism and the moral agenda, and the role of the church in U.S. politics.

The literature review also examines NGO funding including compliant and resistant organizations and subsequent effects of complying with U.S. stipulations, as well as the effects of resisting the stipulations and losing substantial USAID funding.

Also included in the research is a review of the health consequences for women's health globally. These consequences include the rate of unsafe abortion, HIV/AIDS provision of service, and women's quality of life as affected by the policy.

Year of Submission

2007

Degree Name

Master of Arts

Department

Women's and Gender Studies Program

First Advisor

Michele Yehieli

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Date Original

2007

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1 PDF file (48 pages)

Language

en

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