Essays about: "women political participation"

Showing result 11 - 15 of 137 essays containing the words women political participation.

1. 11. What is a “good” forest? : a case study from Nepal to understand local women’s values for people-centred restoration

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Urban and Rural Development

   Author : Tina Jahn; [2023]
   Keywords : people-centred restoration; forest restoration; community-based forest management; community forestry; social inclusion; gender inclusion; equity; livelihood benefits; participation;

   Abstract : Restoration is seen as a key strategy to counteract global issues of the climate crisis, deforestation, and land degradation. However, restoration initiatives are being criticised for failing to consider social and political dimensions, leading to negative effects on ecosystems and people. READ MORE

3. 12. “We must be their voices!” : exploring Danish-Iranian women’s emotional engagement with the Woman Life Freedom movement on Instagram and beyond

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Medie- och kommunikationsvetenskap; Lunds universitet/Institutionen för kommunikation och medier

   Author : Therese Thim; [2023]
   Keywords : civic engagement; diaspora; social media; emotions; affect; politics; sense of belonging; Woman Life Freedom movement; Social Sciences;

   Abstract : The present study explores how Danish-Iranian Women living in Copenhagen witness and take part in the connective Woman Life Freedom movement, online and from afar. It seeks to investigate their emotional engagement with Instagram, their political participation and their sense of belonging in this process. READ MORE

4. 13. T HE GENDER EQUALITY CHARADE A Critical Perspective on the Adoption and Implementation of 40/60 Gender Quota in Malawi

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för kulturvetenskaper

   Author : Tawonga Tiwonerepo Nyirongo; [2022-11-02]
   Keywords : Gender Quota; Gender Equality Policy; Donor Aid;

   Abstract : While gender quotas have been widely adopted by countries around the world as an affirmative action to enhance women’s participation and representation in politics and other public spheres, the impact of the phenomenon continue to vary across national borders. Notably, substantive research suggests that gender quotas promote representational equality and improve women's participation in politics and other spheres of public life. READ MORE

5. 14. Gender-based and conflict-related violence in Colombia A qualitative study of displaced women in subnormal settlements in rural areas of Florencia and their experiences of empowerment through their work in a women’s right organisation.

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för socialt arbete

   Author : Adelina Fekaj; Sofia Calles Duarte; [2022-02-21]
   Keywords : Colombia; gender-based violence; displacement; women’s rights; empowerment; feminist theory; non-governmental organization;

   Abstract : This paper aims to examine women’s experiences of gender-based violence as well as their conflict-related violence. The objectives of this analytical approach is to illustrate the member’s community work in a women’s rights organization called Mujeres en lucha por la paz (MLPAZ) and how the work affects the member’s opportunities to achieve empowerment in their social, economic and political life. READ MORE

6. 15. Women, Protest and Democracy:Analysing the Role of Women in Nonviolent Resistance Movements and Democratisation

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för freds- och konfliktforskning

   Author : Maud Kuijpers; [2022]
   Keywords : Nonviolent resistance; women’s participation; democratisation; egalitarian democracy;

   Abstract : This study aims to shed light on the gendered dynamics of nonviolent resistance and democratisation. Illuminating the role that women can play in the democratisation processes can help underline the importance of women's empowerment. READ MORE