Pamela Downe

Pamela Downe is  Department Head and Associate Professor of Archaeology and Anthropology at the University of Saskatchewan.  As a medical anthropologist, her research focuses on the cultural dynamics surrounding HIV/AIDS, the medicalization of violence, maternal and family health, and addiction.

Books by Pamela Downe

Gendered Intersections

Gendered Intersections

An Introduction to Women’s and Gender Studies, 2nd Edition

Edited by C. Lesley Biggs, Pamela Downe, Susan Gingell

Following the structure of the successful first edition of Gendered Intersections, this second edition examines the intersections across and between gender, race, culture, class, ability, sexuality, age and geographical location from the diverse perspectives of academics, artists and activists. Using a variety of mediums — academic research, poetry, statistics, visual essays, fiction, emails and music — this collection offers a unique exploration of gender through issues such as Aboriginal… (more information)