Tag: Northern Europe

In recognition of VE Day

Victory in Europe Day is the day celebrating the formal acceptance by the Allies of World War II of Germany’s unconditional surrender of its armed forces on Tuesday, 8 May 1945, marking defeat of Nazi Germany and the end of Second World War in Europe.

In recognition of the day Berghahn is pleased to offer a selection of our WWII History books, including a selection of Open Access titles. In addition, Berghahn Journals would like to highlight relevant special issues from select history journals.

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Celebrating Women

Women’s History Month, celebrated during March in the US, and International Women’s day, celebrated March 8th across the world, present an opportunity to honor women’s contributions to history, culture and society while calling for greater equality.

In recognition, Berghahn is delighted to offer discount code IWD2022 for 25% off all Gender Studies print & eBooks throughout March. In addition, Berghahn Journals is offering FREE access to Girlhood Studies until March 15th. Scroll down to view redemption details and read Open Access volumes of the journal Aspasia: The International Yearbook of Central, Eastern, and Southeastern European Women’s and Gender History.

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International Day of Action for Women’s Health

May 28 is the International Day of Action for Women’s Health. For over 30 years, women’s rights advocates and allies in the sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) movement worldwide have commemorated this day in diverse ways. Visit the campaign’s website for more information and ways to participate.

At a time when women’s human rights, particularly sexual and reproductive rights, continue to be systematically violated worldwide, our Fertility, Reproduction, and Sexuality: Social and Cultural Perspectives series remains an important resource for understanding the complex and multifaceted issue of human reproduction. View our latest and forthcoming titles in the series below.

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Celebrating International Dance Day

International Dance Day (April 29) was introduced in 1982 by the International Dance Council (CID, Conseil International de la Danse), a UNESCO partner NGO. The main purpose of this day is to celebrate dance, revel in the universality of this art form, cross all political, cultural and ethnic barriers, and bring people together with a common language – dance. For more information please visit the official site.

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