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This volume takes an unsparing look at the interconnections of prejudice and hate crimes in the lives of LGBT individuals, in such diverse areas as international law, the child welfare system, minority cultures, and LGBT relationships. From Hate Crimes to Human Rights also offers fresh strategies so you can work effectively for social change.

From Hate Crimes to Human Rights

Contents



About the Contributors

Introduction

A Tribute to Matthew Shepard

Theoretical Foundations

Human Rights in the 20th Century: Weren't Gays and Lesbians Human?

Human Rights, Hate Crimes, and Hebrew-Christian Scripture

Language, Violence, and Queer People: Social and Cultural Change Strategies

Realities of Hate Crimes

Sticks and Stones Can Break Your Bones: Verbal Harassment and Physical Violence in the Lives of Gay and Lesbian Youth in Child Welfare Settings

Domestic Violence: The Ultimate Betrayal of Human Rights

Economic Rights, Economic Myths, and Economic Realities

Who Gets to Drink from the Fountain of Freedom?: Homophobia in Communities of Color

Sexual Orientation Bias Experiences and Service Needs of Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgendered, and Two-Spirited American Indians

Older Gays and Lesbians: Surviving a Generation of Hate and Violence

Promoting Human Rights

The University's Role in Promoting Human Rights Through Nurturing Human Diversities

Social Justice Advocacy Readiness Questionnaire

Competencies at the Intersection of Difference, Tolerance, and Prevention of Hate Crimes

Index

Reference Notes Included