2015
DOI: 10.1080/13552074.2015.1054212
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Addressing multiple dimensions of gender inequality: the experience of the BRAC Gender Quality Action Learning (GQAL) programme in Bangladesh

Abstract: Recent analyses have highlighted that poverty reduction in Bangladesh has been accompanied by growing inequality in society, measured by household income. This article considers what the implications are for development actors who are concerned with empowering the poor in society, and who understand poverty from a gender and women's rights perspective. We draw on experience from BRAC's work to address these issues, focusing on the Gender Quality Action Learning (GQAL) programme. A focus on women's self-employm… Show more

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“…An up-to-date understanding of socio-cultural issues is also essential, especially for factors that influence the adoption and successful implementation of climate change adaptation by farmers and locals [135]. In particular, gender equality remains a challenge globally, and women's participation in decision-making and action is no less constrained in Bangladesh [136]. Strong information systems and policies will be required to ensure the involvement and coordination of stakeholders for adaptation.…”
Section: Research Development and Extensionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…An up-to-date understanding of socio-cultural issues is also essential, especially for factors that influence the adoption and successful implementation of climate change adaptation by farmers and locals [135]. In particular, gender equality remains a challenge globally, and women's participation in decision-making and action is no less constrained in Bangladesh [136]. Strong information systems and policies will be required to ensure the involvement and coordination of stakeholders for adaptation.…”
Section: Research Development and Extensionmentioning
confidence: 99%