Looks at Merici, a 16th-century activist and feminist, from the perspective of those who are interested in integrating action with contemplation, in promoting the dignity and self-esteem of women through education and in attracting people of all social groups to work together for the benefit of society as a whole. (BF)

Based on an in-depth inquiry undertaken in 1977-78, this report identifies the extent, type, and character of inequalities in the education and training of girls in the second level of education, ages 10-18. Chapter 1, Introduction, gives background of this report sponsored by the nine European communities: Federal Republic of Germany, France,…