Dear Women's Education: In the winter of 1988 [vol. 6, no. 1] you published Freda Bradley's review of my book, Case Critical: The Dilemma of Social Work in Canada. She stated that the book's "analysis of women in the welfare system, both as receivers and givers of service is excellent." Then she made a number of criticisms, some of which will be useful as I'm now writing a second edition because the book has been well received across the country. But then Freda Bradley ended her review by musing "white middle class men still write books; social action, social change is done by women." Is this an example of reserve sexism? Whatever it is, surely we'll need to go beyond such statements if we wish to build supportive networks among different social movements to dismantle patriarchal capitalism. Sincerely, Ben Dear Women's Education: Congratulations on the wonderful edition of the magazine!
[vol.7, no.2]. So full of happy memories, optimism and joy! Just for the
record, the very first CCLOW national Conference was even earlier than you
suggest (page 17). It was here in Halifax in October 1980: "The Education
Connection", cosponsored by CCLOW and the Centre for Continuing Education at
Mount St. Vincent University. It was a great success----450 participants,
wonderful sessions and great women, most of whom wore white summer sandals for
a beautiful fall weekend and had to cope with an early snow fall! Imagine the
hilarity we had! Keep up the good work. WEdf is a vital link for all of us in CCLOW and for many others too. You are making a very important contribution to women's learning, women's progress and adult education in Canada and beyond. Sincerely, Dear Women's Education: The YMCA of Halifax, through funding under the Canadian Job Strategies, is currently developing a program to encourage, promote and support women's entry into non-traditional occupations. We are anxious to network with other individuals and organizations who have been involved with similar programs in other parts of the country. I am looking forward to your special issue on "Educational, Employment and Pay Equity" and I would appreciate receiving information on organizations or individuals in the area of women and non-traditional work. Sincerely, |
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