Mina Roces Books

This Element examines gender in Southeast Asia by focusing on two main themes: hegemonic cultural constructions of gender and the way hegemonic ideals influence the gendering of power and politics.

The book explores the nuanced role of women in Philippine politics, highlighting how they wield power through kinship ties with male politicians rather than through formal positions. It delves into local concepts of power and examines the interplay of gender and politics in the post-war context, revealing how kinship dynamics shape the political landscape. This analysis offers a unique perspective on the gendered nature of political influence in the Philippines.

The book delves into the feminist movement in the Philippines by examining how contemporary women's organizations have reshaped the image of the Filipina. It highlights their efforts to improve women's status through historical, societal, and political contexts, while envisioning the past, present, and future of Filipino women. The focus is on advocacy representation and strategic transformation, showcasing the evolving narrative of the Filipina in the quest for gender equality.

Explores the ways in which dress has been influential in the political agendas and self-representations of politicians in a variety of regimes from democratic to authoritarian. Arguing that dress is part of politics, this book shows how dress has been crucial to the constructions of nationhood and national identities in Asia and the Americas.