Essays about: "Gender inequality"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 368 essays containing the words Gender inequality.

  1. 1. Gender Equality and Electoral Violence : A Qualitative Analysis of Gender Equality and its Effect on Government-initiated Electoral Violence in Democratizing Societies

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

    Author : Alexander Tiedermann; [2024]
    Keywords : Electoral Violence; Gender; Gender Equality; democratization; election; violence;

    Abstract : Electoral violence in democratizing countries results in hundreds of deaths each year and undermines democratic practices and the legitimacy of elections. Although identifying several societal and institutional factors increasing the risk of electoral violence, prior research has largely failed to consider gender equality when exploring the causes of electoral violence. READ MORE

  3. 2. Coexisting With the Enemy : A Qualitative Study of Women's Negative Attitudes Towards Peacebuilding

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

    Author : Elise Plesse; [2024]
    Keywords : Gender inequality; transitional justice; truth-telling; reconciliation; peacebuilding attitudes; trauma;

    Abstract : Gender inequality has during the past decades become an increasingly studied topic in the field of peace and conflict. However, there are still many gaps to fill. READ MORE

  4. 3. Gender-based violence in Yemen: An overview of Governmental and International actions : Examining gender-based violence in Yemen through Intersectionality and Horizontal Inequality and measures taken by relevant actors to address the situation

    University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för samhällsstudier (SS)

    Author : Paniz Khosrowshahi; Isabella Nilsson; [2024]
    Keywords : Conflict; Gender-based violence; Intersectionality; Horizontal inequality;

    Abstract : Yemen is a conflict ridden country facing humanitarian issues as well as high levels of inequality, both due to the conflict itself but also the patriarchal hierarchy and customs that elevates men above women. The population of Yemen faces inequality in more than one way, however this study will be focusing on the recurring gender-based violence. READ MORE

  5. 4. Examining the Relationships between GII, HDI, Gini, and GDP per capita -A Comparative Analysis of Undeveloped and Developed Countries (1990-2021)

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för nationalekonomi med statistik

    Author : David Mandegar; Max Olsson; [2023-07-10]
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    Abstract : This thesis examines and evaluates key measurements, namely the Gender Inequality Index (GII), Human Development Index (HDI), Gini coefficient (a measure of income and wealth inequality), and GDP per capita. Further, this study investigates the strengths and weaknesses of each measurement, providing a comprehensive background on previous research and their interrelationships. READ MORE

  6. 5. The recruitment process to corporate boards - A qualitative study investigating female underrepresentation

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Johanna Berg; Lina Holmqvist; [2023-06-29]
    Keywords : recruitment; social network; gender; equality; social structures; female underrepresentation;

    Abstract : This research put emphasis on the election committee and its role in the recruitment process for corporate boards. Particularly, it investigates the cause of female underrepresentation in the boardroom of corporations listed on the Swedish stock exchange. READ MORE