Gender Studies: Government Resources

Access to international norms and standards relating to specific human dimension issues. [From: College & Research Libraries News, Vol 79, No 1 (2018)]

Intergovernmental body dedicated to promoting gender equality and the empowerment of women, a commission of the Economic and Social Council

17 indicators that provide the most geographically comprehensive gender-disaggregated, environment-relevant data.

Collection of 52 quantitative indicators on gender equality.

Digital Library: http://www.unwomen.org/en/digital-library/publications

CDC's webpage for information on Violence prevention with information particular to Sexual Violence and Intimate Partner Violence.

FastStats Women's Health page provides quick access to statistics on public health issues pertaining to Women's Health. Links are provided to publications that include statistics, source information for more data, and to related web pages.

NIOSH has done many studies to improve job safety and health for women. Information about these studies can be found on this page.

In 1994, the CDC and the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) established the Office of Women's Health (OWH) to promote and improve the health, safety, and quality of life for women.

The home of the U.S. Government’s open data.

The struggle for women to gain acceptance, recognition and equal rights in society has been a long process. In recognition of the contributions of American women, ALIC presents a listing of historical websites relevant to women in the United States.

Links to military reference material, military history and research, pertaining to Women in the Military.

Information and resources on health issues and inequities affecting LGBT communities.

Focus on gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender health concerns.

Researchers are only now beginning to tease apart the various biological and psychosocial factors that may impact the mental health of both women and men.

Established in September 1990, the Office of Research on Women's Health (ORWH) serves as a focal point for women's health research at the National Institutes of Health.

A standing committee of the National Research Council whose mandate is to coordinate, monitor, and advocate action to increase the participation of women in science, engineering, and medicine.

A report about the participation of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities in science and engineering education and employment.

Office of Women’s Business Ownership exists to establish and oversee a network of Women’s Business Centers throughout the U.S. and its territories. Through the management and technical assistance provided by the WBCs, entrepreneurs, especially women who are economically or socially disadvantaged, are offered comprehensive training and counseling on a vast array of topics in many languages to help them start and grow their own businesses.

A National Agricultural Library Digital Exhibit

Established in 1991 to address health care prevention and service delivery, research, public and health care professional education, and career advancement for women in the health professions and in scientific careers.

Topics cover a variety of issues, including adolescent health, autoimmune diseases, mental health, nutrition and physical activity, pregnancy and reproductive health, and more.

Information and resources on substance abuse and/or mental illness. SAMHSA should be the first place one looks for information on a variety of issues and topics related to either subject.

The Office on Violence against Women (OVW), a component of the U.S. Department of Justice, provides national leadership in developing the nation's capacity to reduce violence against women through the implementation of the Violence against Women Act (VAWA). Created in 1995, OVW administers financial and technical assistance to communities across the country that are developing programs, policies, and practices aimed at ending domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking.

The mission of the Violence against Women and Family Violence Research and Evaluation program is to promote the safety of women and family members, and to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the criminal justice system's response to these crimes.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) provides extensive labor market data on women (and other worker groups) through its news releases, publications, and website. Users have access to data on women’s employment, unemployment, and earnings by industry, occupation, education, age, marital status, and other characteristics. Data are also available on how women use their time and on workplace injuries and illnesses experienced by women. All of these data are also available for men.

This page provides a shortcut to information and services the Department of Labor (DOL) offers for women.

The U.S. Department of Labor Women's Bureau, established by Congress in 1920, is the only federal agency mandated to represent working women in the public policy process. Its mission is to promote the welfare of wage-earning women, improve their working conditions, increase their efficiency, and advance their opportunities for profitable employment.

The Office of Global Women's Issues works for the political, economic, and social empowerment of women.