Essays about: "discussion gender"

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  1. 16. Weathering Climate Uncertainty - A case study on factors influencing the use of Weather and Climate Information Services (WCIS) by smallholder farmers in Tattaguine District, Senegal

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

    Author : Johannes Kurt Becker; [2023]
    Keywords : Tattaguine; Senegal; WCIS use; Livelihood assets; Innovation adoption; Traditional forecasting systems; Gender; Gender norms; Social Sciences;

    Abstract : This research investigates how Weather and Climate Information Services (WCIS) have been used by farmers in the Tattaguine district of Senegal, where rainfed agriculture faces challenges due to increasing climate variability. The study employed qualitative methods, including structured interviews, key informant interviews, and a focus group discussion. READ MORE

  3. 17. Still, I Rise : Lessons and Interpretations of Gender Lens Investing, a case study approach

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

    Author : Wai Kwan Au; Jashna Pillay; [2023]
    Keywords : gender lens investing; venture capital; gender equality; feminist standpoint theory; business;

    Abstract : Gender lens investing (GLI) considers gender-based factors across the investment process to advance gender equality and better inform investment decisions. It recognizes that gender-based discrimination persists in many areas of society, including access to economic opportunities. READ MORE

  4. 18. Shopping for Masculinity? Exploring Compensatory Masculinity Attitudes & Purchase Intentions in a Retail Context

    University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för marknadsföring och strategi

    Author : Melody Fu; Agnes Polkander; [2023]
    Keywords : Compensatory Masculinity; Masculinity Threat; Product Gender; Misogyny; Retail;

    Abstract : Compensatory masculinity is an expression for when men exaggerate their masculinity in behaviors and cognitions, as a way to compensate for a self-perceived masculinity threat. This topic is especially relevant today considering the increased competitiveness of women, and the rise and popularity of misogynistic media and the potential effects it has on men. READ MORE

  5. 19. "Be fit, my age, big c**k": Engagements with Hegemonic Masculinity, Hetero(homo)normativity and Discrimination among Queer Male Dating App Users in Malmö and Copenhagen - A Thematic and Summative Content Analysis

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för kulturgeografi och ekonomisk geografi

    Author : Aaron West; [2023]
    Keywords : MSM dating apps; hegemonic masculinity; heteronormative; homonormative; misogyny; body shaming; racism; queer digital geographies; self- re presentation; online disinhibition.; Social Sciences;

    Abstract : This exploratory research addresses a significant gap in feminist, cultural, and digital geographies by examining the geographic variations of how hegemonic masculinity, hetero(homo)normativity and discrimination is exhibited by MSM dating apps users in two distinct city contexts. Drawing from a post-structuralist humanistic perspective, the study explores how dominant ideologies shape exclusionary online queer spaces made unique by digital placemaking. READ MORE

  6. 20. The Effect of Monetary Incentives on Prosocial Behavior : A behavioral experiment focusing on method development

    University essay from Linköpings universitet/Nationalekonomi; Linköpings universitet/Filosofiska fakulteten

    Author : Frida Stark; Sandra Medenica; [2023]
    Keywords : monetary incentives; hypothetical decision making; prosocial behavior; online experiments; behavioral economics; method development;

    Abstract : It is sometimes said that money speaks louder than words, and in a world where financial decisions are a major driving force, it is interesting to explore how monetary incentives influence our decision making. Some argue that intrinsic motivation is sufficient to be able to measure prosocial decision-making, but what happens when we add monetary incentives to experiments that might otherwise be conducted with hypothetical scenarios? In this study, we conduct an online experiment with 1002 participants to explore if decision making changes when monetary incentives are introduced. READ MORE