(1989). How the New York State Labor Law Protects You. This booklet gives general information on the provisions of the laws relating to the work force of New York State. Presented in a question-and-answer format, the booklet provides information on the following laws: minimum wages, prevailing wage rate, payment of wages, hours of work–meal periods, employment of minors, industrial homework, employment agencies, health and safety, the state job service, job training, unemployment insurance, workers' compensation, disability benefits, and labor relations. A list of addresses for state department of labor offices is also provided. (KC)… [PDF]
(1987). Testimony on Implementation of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (Public Law 99-603). Presented before the Subcommitee on Immigration and Refugee Policy, Committee on the Judiciary, United States Senate. Hispanics–affected more than any other ethnic group by immigration laws–have a profound interest in the implementation of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. The National Council of La Raza holds the following views: (1) the proposed regulations implementing the Act are unacceptable; (2) the capacity and resources necessary for effective implementation are insufficient; and (3) the lack of public education efforts is aggravating widespread confusion and misunderstanding of the law. Without major changes in the regulations, it is clear that many eligible persons will be deterred from applying; many others will apply only to have their applications denied–not because they fail to meet the statutory critera, but because of unduly restrictive regulations. The National Council of La Raza urges that the Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS) remove the unnecessarily restrictive and burdensome aspects of the proposed regulations, negotiate in good faith with potential…
(1984). The Lives and Politics of Latinas in the United States: A Selective Bibliography [and] Women and Politics in Latin America: A Selective Bibliography. Two bibliographies list over 200 sources of information on Latin American women living in the United States and in Latin America. The first bibliography cites books, chapters from books, journal articles, pamphlets, dissertations, and theses dealing with the lives and politics of Mexican-American, Cuban, Puerto Rican, and Central and South American women who are living in the United States. Only English language materials published since 1970 are included. Politics has been interpreted in the broadest possible sense to include the politics of the domestic as well as the public sphere. Listings are organized by the following categories: general works; Chicanas; Cubanas; Puertorriquenas; and statistical portraits, bibliographies, and reviews of the literature. Addresses of selected sources are provided. The second bibliography cites books, chapters in books, and journal articles on women's political roles in Latin America. Only English language materials published since 1974 are… [PDF]
(1987). News According to Pretoria: A Legal Perspective concerning the Suppression of Free Speech in South Africa. While the government of South Africa has outwardly promoted democracy since 1983, it nonetheless has placed its press under tight constraint to discourage dissent concerning political issues and enhance the government's credibility. Not only are journalists within the country restricted, but foreign correspondents as well. Moreover, although there are no official censors, censorship is implied by the laws because journalists are restrained from commenting freely and the subject matter on which they may report is limited to issues that are not contentious. The laws are so vague that journalists could easily report something the government subsequently objects to, which engenders a form of self-censorship. South Africa's government states that its mission is democracy, but its reaction concerning free speech contradicts its assertions. A free press is necessary to a democracy because it promotes discussion and dissent, which in turn fosters public consensus. The government, however,… [PDF]
(1984). Feminist Rhetoric: A Selected Annotated Bibliography. Noting that the proliferation of discourse by and about the women's movement makes focus imperative in a bibliography dealing with feminism, this annotated bibliography concentrates on rhetorical analysis of American feminist rhetoric. The 42 cited items, most of which appeared in communication journals or were presented at communication conventions, are intended for use by teachers and students of communication interested in understanding feminist discourse. (NKA)… [PDF]
(1983). Cultural Pluralism in Education. Theoretical Foundations. This analysis of cultural pluralism in the United States focuses on the central concerns of balancing inequities and cultivating pluralistic values and attitudes. The first chapter reviews the historical background of cultural pluralism and its implications for educators. In Chapter 2, the theory of cultural pluralism is explored, concentrating on the necessary conditions of a society for the concept to apply–cultural diversity, membership in a common politic with interaction between and among groups, relative parity and equality between groups, and a perceived value for the continuance of diversity. The third chapter examines alternative ideological positions of cultural pluralism. Issues and available options involving cultural pluralism are analyzed. Chapter 4 outlines the current ideological trend of pluralism as it has been defined by the courts. In the fifth chapter, an assessment is made of the diverse groups in American society and their respective needs and desires….
(1982). Mental Health: More than the Absence of Illness. This paper reviews in detail the history and current status of the World Federation for Mental Health (WFMH), since its beginning in 1934, as the only world-wide, voluntary, non-governmental, interdisciplinary, mental health coalition comprised of both volunteer and professional organizations as well as individual members. The relationship of the WFMH to other world health and mental health organizations is presented along with a discussion of its twin goals of education in the area of mental health, and advocacy for the rights and welfare of the mentally ill and their families. The activities and plans of the WFMH for bringing about the optimal functioning of such vulnerable populations as minorities, migrants and refugees, the elderly, victims of violence, and mothers and infants are also discussed. Differences between the positive mental health goals of this voluntary, nongovernmental organization and intergovernmental agencies are highlighted with particular reference to…
(1977). Current Legal Issues in Education. This book is a collection of the major papers presented at the 22nd annual NOLPE convention, held in Atlanta, Georgia, on November 10-12, 1976. These papers are concerned primarily with new developments in the courts with particular emphasis on those cases decided during 1975 and 1976. The papers are concerned with such issues as due process, collective bargaining, school integration, affirmative action, censorship, and the church-state relationship. (Author/IRT)…
(1980). Bargaining for Equality. A Guide to Legal and Collective Bargaining Solutions for Workplace Problems that Particularly Affect Women. This is a guide to legal and collective bargaining solutions for workplace problems that particularly affect women. The first section of the guide presents a survey of legal remedies for discrimination including information on: (1) Title VII; (2) Equal Pay Act; (3) Executive Order 11246; (4) Age Discrimination in Employment Act; and (5) State Fair Employment Practice laws. In section two topics covered include: (1) organizing a union; (2) duplicating the law in union contracts; (3) mandatory baroaining subjects; and (4) use of current contracts to fiqht discrimination. The third section discusses women's dual roles, touching on: (1) maternity benefits and rights of pregnant workers; (2) child care; (3) overtime work; (4) flexible work hours; and (5) part time work and job sharinq. Section four discusses: (1) affirmative action; (2) hiring and promoting women into nontraditional jobs; (3) on the job training and employer paid education; (4) low seniority of newly hired and promoted…
(1979). Governance. The author begins this chapter by noting that the governance of the public schools has become increasingly complex and that evidence from 1978 supports the premise that the competence of boards of education is being tested. He then goes on to examine court cases and legislation relating to a number of specific areas of governance–the state board of education's authority, the powers and duties of local boards, the rights of boards to establish policy, the public's right to know, constitutional freedoms in the schools, conflicts of interest on the school board, elections in education, the organization of the school district, bids, and student transportation. (IRT)…
(1980). Affirmative Action: Implications for Higher Education. Part II. An Annotated Bibliography. An annotated bibliography is presented on affirmative action policy in postsecondary education. More than 40 entries mostly dated 1975 or later, represent a wide variety of resource materials that focus on the issue of educational opportunity in higher education. Major areas of concern are: employment of underrepresented groups in higher education; equality of educational opportunity in educational policies and programs in postsecondary institutions; equal access to higher education through the admissions process; historical overviews of equal opportunity in higher education in the United States; federal policies and regulations pertaining to affirmative action; and legal premises of affirmative action and their implications for higher education. (DC)…
THE MANHASSET RULING. PLAINTIFFS COMPLAINED THAT THE VALLEY SCHOOL, ONE OF THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS IN MANHASSET, NEW YORK, WAS SEGREGATED. NEGROES IN THE VALLEY AREA LIVED AT A LOW SOCIOECONOMIC LEVEL. TYPICALLY, THEIR CHILDREN WERE FROM 2 TO 3 YEARS BEHIND THE NORMS IN READING ACHIEVEMENT. EXCERPTS FROM THE COURT CASE, R. BLOCKER VERSUS THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF MANHASSET, INVOLVE THE BASIC CONTENTION THAT SEGREGATED SCHOOLS, WHETHER DE JURE OR DE FACTO, ARE INFERIOR AND DEPRIVE CHILDREN OF MINORITY GROUPS OF EQUAL EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES. THE DEFENDANTS ARGUED THAT MINORITY SCHOOLS ARE NOT INFERIOR AND THAT SCHOOLS SHOULD NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE ACCIDENTAL PATTERN OF HOUSING WHICH LED TO THE ETHNIC IMBALANCE. LEGAL PRECEDENTS WERE PRESENTED. THE DEFENSE DEFENDED THE NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL POLICY CONTENDING THAT A HOMOGENEOUS STUDENT BODY AFFORDS A GREATER OPPORTUNITY FOR OPTIMUM BENEFITS TO THE STUDENTS BECAUSE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS CAN BE DESIGNED TO MEET THEIR PARTICULAR NEEDS. THE TEACHING STAFF DID…
(1965). WHITE-NONWHITE DIFFERENTIALS IN HEALTH, EDUCATION, AND WELFARE. THIS COLLECTION CONTAINS SEVEN PAPERS OF ANALYSES OF WHITE-NONWHITE DIFFERENTIALS IN HEALTH, EDUCATION, AND WELFARE. NONWHITES MAKE UP ALMOST 12 PERCENT OF THE POPULATION, 92 PERCENT OF WHOM ARE NEGROES. THE FERTILITY OF NONWHITES IS HIGHER, ESPECIALLY AMONG THE RURAL, LESS EDUCATED GROUP, BUT THE BIRTH RATE SEEMS TO BE FALLING FASTER, MOST NOTICEABLY IN URBAN AREAS. THERE IS A RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN EXTENT OF EDUCATION AND BIRTH RATE AMONG BOTH RACES, WHO HAVE COMPARABLE RATES WHEN THEIR EDUCATIONAL STATUS IS THE SAME. THE GAP BETWEEN NONWHITE AND WHITE LIFE EXPECTANCY HAS NARROWED TO 10 PERCENT, ALTHOUGH THE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN MATERNAL AND INFANT DEATH RATES REMAIN QUITE HIGH. THIS DIFFERENTIAL MAY BE EXPLAINED BY HEREDITARY FACTORS, THE AVAILABILITY AND UTILIZATION OF MEDICAL SERVICES, WHICH IN TURN IS RELATED TO SOCIOECONOMIC STATUS, AND PERSONAL MOTIVATION. DATA ALSO SHOW THAT THE RATE OF MEDICAL SERVICES AMONG NONWHITES IS LOWER THAN AMONG WHITES AND THAT FAMILY INCOME HAS A… [PDF]
(1964). SCHOOL INTEGRATION, PROCEEDINGS OF A SYMPOSIUM ON SCHOOL INTEGRATION (MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY, MAY 1964). THE SOCIAL SCIENTISTS, EDUCATORS, AND EDUCATIONAL POLICY MAKERS WHO PARTICIPATED IN THIS SYMPOSIUM DISCUSSED SCHOOL SEGREGATION ISSUES, PARTICULARLY THOSE IN THE NORTH AND WEST, TO PROVIDE SOME SOLUTIONS TO THE PROBLEMS OF INTEGRATION. THE FOLLOWING WERE AMONG THE PAPERS PRESENTED–(1) KENNETH CLARK "EFFECT OF SEGREGATION AND INTEGRATION ON CHILDREN'S PERSONALITY," (2) DAVID G. SALTEN, "THE ORGANIZATION OF INTEGRATED SCHOOL DISTRICTS–THE NEW ROCHELLE STORY," (3) WILSON RECORD, "THE CHANGING ATTITUDES OF SCHOOL PERSONNEL," (4) FRANK RIESSMAN, "INTEGRATION–THE KEY TO QUALITY EDUCATION FOR ALL," (5) ROY WILKINS, "EDUCATION AND THE RACIAL CRISIS," AND (6) JAMES NABRIT, JR., "THE COURTS, SOCIAL SCIENTISTS AND SCHOOL INTEGRATION." MOST OF THE PAPERS WERE FOLLOWED BY A DISCUSSION BY ONE OR MORE OF THE PARTICIPANTS, WHO ALSO ANSWERED QUESTIONS. THIS DOCUMENT IS ALSO AVAILABLE FROM THE BUREAU OF EDUCATIONAL RESEARCH, MICHIGAN… [PDF]
(1980). Recent College and University Enrollment Patterns of Black Students in States Affected by Adams-Califano Litigation. This study examines patterns of enrollment of black undergraduate students in 19 States affected by Adams-Califano litigation and rulings related to desegregation of higher education systems. The purpose of the research was to ascertain the degree of general participation of black undergraduates in higher education and to identify trends toward increase or decrease in this participation. Increases in participation of black students in areas where they are traditionally underrepresented are documented, and correlates for variability in participation rates are identified. The core of the data for the research was formed from the 1976 and 1978 enrollment tapes of the Higher Education General Information Survey. Data indicate that black enrollment in white colleges increased, while enrollment in black colleges decreased. Statewide participation rates and high parity rates were found to be related to geographical location of the State, black family income, the presence or absence of…