Essays about: "women equal rights"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 56 essays containing the words women equal rights.

  1. 1. “An accidental heroine” : An Investigation of Gender Representation and Gender-based Stereotypes in Swedish Digital EFL Learning Material

    University essay from Stockholms universitet/Engelska institutionen

    Author : Malin Ångström; [2023]
    Keywords : Gender representation; gender-based stereotypes; digital learning material; semantic types.;

    Abstract : The endeavour for gender equality and against gender-based patterns (stereotypes) are topics often discussed in relation to education. Correspondingly, extensive research on textbooks used in schools around the world has been conducted, some of which include the aspect of people beyond the binary. READ MORE

  3. 2. Menstrual Blood, Sweat and Tears: A Qualitative Study on Women’s Menstrual Health Management at Workplace Settings in Maputo, Mozambique

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Ellinor Berglund; [2023]
    Keywords : menstrual health management; Mozambique; decent work; gender equality; socio-ecological model of health.; Social Sciences;

    Abstract : Equal participation in safe and decent work is a crucial factor for achieving gender equality. Despite this, gender-based obstacles remain as workplaces often fail to ensure the human rights, health, and general wellbeing of their employees, with menstrual health being an especially neglected aspect of the gendered workplace experience. READ MORE

  4. 3. Addressing the Gap : Examining the Inadequacy of International Legal Frameworks in Protecting Women from Discrimination during Armed Conflicts.

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Teologiska institutionen

    Author : Bitota Mudibu Sparf; [2023]
    Keywords : DRC; Gender-based violence; Gender performativity; Structural discrimination; CEDAW;

    Abstract : This study examines sexual violence against women in armed conflict settings as a form of discrimination within the framework of CEDAW. Informed by Judith Butler's theory of Gender Performativity emphasizes that gender is socially constructed. READ MORE

  5. 4. Widows, land rights and women’s empowerment: “Who will own the kitchen”? - findings from the Kilimanjaro region, Tanzania

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

    Author : Elin Johansson; [2023]
    Keywords : Widows; Tanzania; Land rights; Women’s empowerment; Local government; Participation; Social Sciences;

    Abstract : Women around the world are constantly being denied their land rights due to discriminatory practices. Widowed women are particularly at risk. This prevents advancing women’s empowerment and women’s equal opportunities for participation and leadership at all levels of decision making processes. READ MORE

  6. 5. Gender-based violence against women with intellectual disabilities, the case of Tanzania

    University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för samhällsstudier (SS)

    Author : Caroline Bergkvist; [2023]
    Keywords : Tanzania; Women with intellectual disabilities; violence; sexual violence; gender-based violence; Capability approach; Human rights-based approach;

    Abstract : One of the most prevalent human rights violations in the world is Violence Against Women and Girls. It is estimated that 1 in 3 women, which is equal to 736 million women, have been experiencing sexual and/or physical violence in her lifetime since the age of 15. READ MORE