Essays about: "Women in Development"

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  1. 21. Experiences of digitalization among Swedish senior citizens : A qualitative phenomenographic interview study on how senior citizens in Sweden experience the phenomenon of digitalization

    University essay from Jönköping University/HLK, Medie- och kommunikationsvetenskap

    Author : Joanna Ånstad Andersson; [2023]
    Keywords : Digitalization; Digital divide; Senior citizens; Technology; Self-efficacy; Experiences Acceleration of time.;

    Abstract : Our digital world is accelerating at a rapid pace and has made technology a prime component of today’s societies. The development of digitalization affects us all in one way or another but it primarily affects our senior citizens, those who may possess a less developed knowledge within the field. READ MORE

  3. 22. Aunque les cueste la vida/ Even if it will cost them their life : A study of irregular migration between Guatemala and the United States of America and the effects it has on the Maya communities

    University essay from Jönköping University/HLK, Globala studier

    Author : Paulina Åström; Esther Elgaard; [2023]
    Keywords : Guatemala; Irregular Migration; Maya Community; USAID; Corruption; IOM; NGO; Return migration;

    Abstract : Today, many Guatemalans flee the country and leave their home communities behind due to poor living conditions and high unemployment. Irregular migration involves many risks yet is for many seen as a necessity to live a purposeful life. READ MORE

  4. 23. Empowering Women, Supporting Children. Early Childhood Development Centers as a Strategy to Reduce Unpaid Care Work and Promote Women’s Economic Empowerment in Nyanza, Rwanda.

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Ekonomisk-historiska institutionen

    Author : Michele Scalzulli; [2023]
    Keywords : Unpaid Care Work; Early Childhood Development Centers; Women s Economic Empowerment; Rwanda; Gender Equality.; Business and Economics;

    Abstract : This thesis examines the effects of early childhood development centers (ECDC) on unpaid care work (UCW) and women's economic empowerment in Rwanda. Thanks to the collaboration of ActionAid Rwanda (AAR), data from a sample of women in Nyanza district was collected and analyzed to gain insights into UCW dynamics and the role of ECDCs in women's lives. READ MORE

  5. 24. Safety in Urban Spaces using Urban Planning: a Comparative Study in Bogotá, Colombia

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för arkitektur och byggd miljö

    Author : Sara Sandefeldt; [2023]
    Keywords : Urban planning; Bogotá; Colombia; safety; urban design; urban spaces; women; gender; fear Stadsplanering; trygghet; publika rum; kvinnor; kön; rädsla; Arts and Architecture;

    Abstract : Many cities around the world are facing the same challenges when it comes to the ability for women to move around and feel safe in public spaces. For women, using public spaces entails fear of sexual violence and of being attacked, which forces them to always be vigilant and reduces their quality of life. READ MORE

  6. 25. Which functional and design aspects to prioritize when developing outdoor tents - To optimize customer satisfaction and four season use.

    University essay from Högskolan i Borås/Akademin för textil, teknik och ekonomi

    Author : Stina Lidén; Amanda Rosdahl; [2023]
    Keywords : Adaptable Design; Consumer; Design; Design Theory; Four Season; Functionality; Human Centered Design; Industrial Design; Material; Outdoor; Prioritizing; Product Development; Quality; Sensory Properties; Tent; Three Seasons; Well Being;

    Abstract : Optimizing customer satisfaction is vital to maintain relevance as well as being competitive on a growing market. This research is aimed to explore what aspects of design and functionality that should be prioritized when developing solo tunnel tents for four season use within a European market. READ MORE