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The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

Politics and Social Change

1989

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Marginal Women Unite! Organizing The Disabled Womens Network In Canada, Sharon D. Stone Mar 1989

Marginal Women Unite! Organizing The Disabled Womens Network In Canada, Sharon D. Stone

The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

This paper discusses the Disabled Women's Network's (DAWN) history, issues, goals, structure, organizing tactics and ongoing problems. DAWN is an example of the ability of oppressed people to organize and advocate for their rights against overwhelming odds.