Abstract
This paper reports a research project on women law professors in the
U.K. Despite their similar social and educational backgrounds, successful women legal
academics disclose marked differences in their perceptions of the influence of gender on
their work identities. Many emphasise the caring and pastoral roles they adopt, or are
expected to adopt. Organisational cultures also emerge as a significant factor in determining
the gender experiences of women law professors. The few with experience as head
of school downplay the significance of gender while simultaneously acknowledging the
influence of gender constructions and expectations.
Translated title of the contribution | 40. Women law professors – negotiating and transcending gender identities at work’ |
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Original language | English |
Pages (from-to) | 1 - 36 |
Journal | Fem LS |
Volume | 10 |
Publication status | Published - 2002 |