Policies associated with gender equality Flashcards
What factors influence gender equality policies in different countries?
Gender equality policies vary based on interconnected socio-economic factors specific to each country.
What challenges do women in developing countries face regarding access to education and resources?
Women face daily challenges to gain equal access to education, resources, and economic opportunities.
What is a significant consequence of the gender imbalance in countries like China and India?
Countries experience an imbalance in gender due to practices like female foetus abortion and abandonment of baby girls.
What is the gender birth ratio in China?
For every 100 girls born in China, 118 boys are born.
What is the gender birth ratio in India?
In India, it is 110 boys for every 100 girls.
What nationwide policy does China have to address gender imbalance?
‘Care for Girls’ aims to promote change in attitudes towards childbearing and reduce son preference.
What laws does China have regarding gender discrimination?
China’s constitution guarantees equal rights and prohibits gender discrimination, but enforcement is rare.
What are the two key areas of service process for maternal care in China?
- Pregnancy health services
- Pregnancy monitoring
What societal attitudes disadvantage women’s access to health and education services?
Endemic attitudes bias the provision of services towards males, leading to inequalities.
What societal role affects women’s access to educational services over time?
Gender roles and family obligations lead women to lose access to educational services.
What is the impact of teenage marriage on women’s agency?
Teenage marriage reduces women’s say over reproductive rights, educational aspirations, and economic choices.
What regions show high levels of teenage marriage?
- South America
- Large parts of Asia
- India
- Most countries in sub-Saharan Africa
What do the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) aim to achieve?
They aim to reduce gender inequality and improve the lives of women globally.
What is a vital component of the SDGs?
Recognizing the interconnection across goals and targeting vulnerable populations, especially women.
What is one successful example of reducing maternal mortality?
Honduras achieved a 40% reduction in maternal mortality rates within seven years.
What challenges do traditional birth attendants face in rural Nigeria?
They often lack knowledge of modern medical practices and hygiene, leading to complications in pregnancy.
How does micro-finance benefit women in developing countries?
It provides targeted financial aid, helping women create sustainable livelihoods and invest in their families.
What is the significance of land access rights for women in West Africa?
Land access rights are crucial for divorced and widowed women, impacting their economic opportunities.
What method is used in Niger to improve land productivity for women?
The land management method called Tassas or Zai pits.
Zaï as they are known in Burkina Faso, or tassa in Niger, are wide deep
Fill in the blank: The Global pandemic has exacerbated the problem of _______.
child marriage
True or False: Women are less likely than men to invest profits into education for their children.
False
