ISBN:
9789264077478
Language:
English
Pages:
Online-Ressource (PDF-Datei)
,
graph. Darst., Kt.
Edition:
Online-Ausg. 2010 Electronic reproduction; Available via World Wide Web
Parallel Title:
Druckausg. Atlas of gender and development
DDC:
305.4
Keywords:
Sex discrimination against women
;
Equality
;
Women's rights
;
Women in development
;
Entwicklungsländer
;
Gleichberechtigung
;
Sozialer Indikator
;
Schwellenländer
Abstract:
Illustrated with graphics and maps, the Atlas of Gender and Development gives readers a unique insight into the impact of social institutions - traditions, social norms and cultural practices - on gender equality in 124 non-OECD countries. Gender inequality holds back not just women but the economic and social development of entire societies. Overcoming discrimination is important in the fight against poverty in developing countries and for the achievement of the Millennium Development Goals. Tackling these inequalities is not easy: in many countries, discrimination against women is deeply roo
Description / Table of Contents:
Development Centre; Foreword; Acknowledgements; Table of Contents; Abbreviations; Introduction; Why Do we Need a SIGI Index?; World Overview; Sources; Glossary
Note:
Includes bibliographical references (p. 281-317)
,
Electronic reproduction; Available via World Wide Web
DOI:
10.1787/9789264077478-en
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