Essays about: "Self-help groups"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 24 essays containing the words Self-help groups.

1. 1. The International Criminal Question in Uganda : An analysis of the International Criminal Court Interventions in Uganda

   University essay from Malmö universitet/Institutionen för globala politiska studier (GPS)

   Author : Kenneth Mundu; [2023]
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   Abstract : Abstract The conflict in northern Uganda between the Government of Uganda and the Lord's Resistance Army (LRA) began in 1986 and lasted for more than twenty years, despite efforts for a peaceful resolution. The contribution  of civil society, including religious groups, traditional organizations, and community self-help groups shouldnot be under estimated in promoting grassroot peace building in northern Uganda. READ MORE

3. 2. The Self-improvement Project : A theoretical analysis on self-discipline & hegemonic masculinity

   University essay from Örebro universitet/Institutionen för humaniora, utbildnings- och samhällsvetenskap

   Author : Sara Felldin Svensson; Lina Hallberger; [2023]
   Keywords : Self-improvement; discourse; discipline; hegemonic masculinity; transnational business masculinity;

   Abstract : While the idea of self-help has historically been associated with women the growing popularity of online self-improvement groups has attracted both sexes. The growing popularity of people like Jordan Peterson and Andrew Tate - who speak of the importance of self-improvement alongside anti-feminist rhetoric - within the Manosphere online community also shows a trend of self-improvement moving towards a male audience. READ MORE

4. 3. Women, Urban Informality and Collective Resistance : A case study on the value of self-help groups for marginalised women in Mathare informal area, Nairobi

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för kulturgeografi och ekonomisk geografi; Lunds universitet/LUMID International Master programme in applied International Development and Management

   Author : Saale Kaubi; [2023]
   Keywords : self-help groups; marginalised women; informal settlements; urban growth; collective resistance; advancement of women; social capital; social network; Nairobi; Social Sciences;

   Abstract : Rapid urban growth has brought along various social, economic, and environmental issues, including the expansion of informal settlements – deprived areas lacking proper housing, basic services, and safety. Informal areas, inequalities and exclusion are common features in Nairobi, where more than half of the population is residing in slums. READ MORE

5. 4. Bridging the Gap between Formal and Informal Finance

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Ekonomisk-historiska institutionen

   Author : Heidi Uitto; [2020]
   Keywords : financial inclusion; propensity to save; informal finance; development; gender; Business and Economics;

   Abstract : Financial inclusion, defined as access and usage of formal financial services, has several positive micro and macro-level socio-economic implications. Due to decades of vigorous policies aiming at lowering barriers to formal finance, 80 percent of Indians now own a bank account. However, there is a significant gap between account take up and usage. READ MORE

6. 5. To Empower Ethiopian Women : A Minor Field Study of how the Gender Reforms of the Ethiopian Government impact on Non-Governmental Organisations work with Women Empowerment

   University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för statsvetenskap (ST)

   Author : Frida Tegnell; [2020]
   Keywords : Ethiopia; Gender Equality; Gender Reforms; Government; NGO; Women; Women Empowerment;

   Abstract : Ethiopia is a country that for centuries has been dominated by men. However, since 2018, the Prime Minister Abiye Ahmed has introduced gender reforms, including a gender balanced cabinet. The purpose of this study is to evaluate how the gender reforms affect three non-governmental organisations (NGOs) in their work to empower women. READ MORE