Gender and Women's Studies

Five things to consider when researching with the Internet (aka The CRAAP Test!) ~

1. Currency: When was it produced? Last updated?
2. Relevance: Ask yourself: what do I need? Can I use this information?
3. Authority: Who is the author? Who published the documents? Are any qualifications listed? Are sources cited?
4. Accuracy: Is the site full of grammatical errors? Does it cite data without giving a source?
5. Purpose: Who is the intended audience for the site? What are the goals? Are there opinions or other biased information presented?

If you cannot answer these questions satisfactorily, reconsider using the information as a source.

American Women: A Guide to Women's History Resources at the Library of Congress

Feminist Theory Website -- Lists thousands of resources by topic.

Institute for Women's Policy Research -- This organization addresses the needs of women through public policy research.

International Center for Research on Women -- Sets the "global agenda for gender equity, inclusion, and shared prosperity" with their research. Has an interesting Feminist Foreign Policy Index.

National Women's History Alliance -- This organization works to promote women's history and is committed to the goals of education, empowerment, equality, and inclusion.".

Office on Women's Health -- From the U.S. Dept. of Health and Human Services, this office addresses women's health issues by promoting policies and educating the public and medical communities.

UN Women -- From the United Nations, the organization "focuses on priority areas that are fundamental to women’s equality, and that can unlock progress." 

Women's Bureau -- Part of the U.S. Dept of Labor; a good site for data related to women in the workforce.