Sally Merry

Sally Merry is a distinguished scholar in the fields of anthropology and criminology, known for her research on how laws and policies influence children's rights, gender equality, and social justice. Her work examines how cultural norms and legal systems intersect, often focusing on vulnerable populations like children, women, and marginalized groups. Merry analyzes the ways societies create and enforce rules, highlighting both their benefits and potential harms. Her contributions help reshape understanding of how legal and social practices impact individual lives and promote more equitable approaches in policy-making.