Critical Perspectives on Formal Governance of and by Those Identified as Mothers

Alisha Chohan · Rebecca Jaremko Bromwich

Feb 2025 · Cambridge Scholars Publishing

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This ground-breaking anthology explores the complex and multifaceted relationship between mothers and the law. From family courts and child protection systems to immigration policies and criminal justice, the book examines how laws shape, regulate, and sometimes oppress those who self-identify as mothers. It also delves into the ways mothers resist, uphold, and even create laws within these systems.

Bringing together voices from diverse disciplines—including sociology, legal studies, and creative arts—the collection shines a light on the experiences of racialized, LGBTQ+, Indigenous, immigrant, and criminalized mothers. Featuring personal reflections, academic essays, and academic contributions, this anthology is both a critical analysis and a deeply human exploration of motherhood under formal governance.

Essential reading for academics, advocates, and anyone interested in the intersections of law, identity, and caregiving, this book challenges us to rethink how societies define and (fail to) support mothers and the vital roles they play.

About the author

Rebecca Jaremko Bromwich is a Canadian lawyer, academic, and author with a diverse career spanning law, policy, and education. She holds degrees including a PhD, MBA, LLM, and LLB and is a member of the Bars of Ontario, Manitoba, Alberta, and Nunavut. Bromwich has worked as a lawyer in private practice and as a per diem Crown Attorney. She also served as Staff Lawyer for Law Reform and Equality with the Canadian Bar Association and as Policy Counsel for the Federation of Law Societies of Canada. She now works in house with the Association of Justice Counsel. Bromwich has authored numerous works, including academic articles and books on legal and social topics.

Alisha Chohan is a Canadian lawyer with a Master of Science (MSc.) in Public Health and Health Promotion, alongside a Bachelor of Arts (BA) Honors Specialization in Psychology. Called to the Bar in Ontario, she has held several positions with diverse Indigenous organizations, the Crown, corporations, public sector NGOs (non-government organisations), and healthcare groups. Alisha is passionate about academia and has previously authored in both the legal and scientific fields, as well as contributed to various projects spanning national and international clients.

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