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Why the Headscarf? Identity Crisis in France

Date:
Friday, October 12, 2007
Time:
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Event Type:
Speaker
Organizer/Author:
Heidi Moseson
Location Details:
World Affairs Council Auditorium
312 Sutter St, Suite 200
San Francisco, CA 94108

Joan Wallach Scott, Harold F. Linder Professor, Institute for Advanced Study

In her new book, The Politics of the Veil, Joan Wallach Scott offers new criticism of Europe’s response to Muslim headscarves. As France’s decision has garnered worldwide attention and sparked new debate regarding religious affiliation in schools, the Council is pleased to present Scott’s engaging and timely discussion on the challenges and issues raised.

Check-in: 11:30 AM, Program: 12:00 PM
Council Members: Free, Nonmembers: $15, Students: $5
Added to the calendar on Mon, Oct 1, 2007 3:53PM
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