Women’s Empowerment for a Sustainable Future

Inbunden, Engelska, 2026

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Empowering women is central to achieving sustainable development and advancing social, economic, and environmental progress worldwide. This new volume presents a thoughtful and timely collection of scholarly perspectives and research studies by academics and activists dedicated to advancing gender equality and inclusive development.This book documents the progress of women’s empowerment across diverse sectors and geographic regions while also examining the persistent barriers that continue to hinder meaningful change. Drawing on research studies, case analyses, and real-world experiences, the book highlights the transformative power of women in shaping resilient communities and sustainable societies. It addresses both historical and contemporary challenges, including gender discrimination, unequal access to opportunities, cultural biases, and societal stereotypes, while emphasizing the urgent need for equality as a catalyst for global progress.The book explores a broad range of topics, including economic independence, microfinance, entrepreneurship, women in leadership and trade, education, fintech, work-life balance, self-help groups, public policy initiatives, and diversity management. By combining theoretical discussions with practical solutions, the volume provides important insights into the social, institutional, and economic mechanisms that support women's advancement.Providing a comprehensive analysis of women’s empowerment and its role in sustainable development, this volume will be valuable to policymakers, educators, researchers, students, business professionals, and social activists. Through its multidisciplinary perspective, the book seeks to inspire dialogue, encourage action, and contribute to the creation of a more equitable and inclusive future.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum:2026-09-29
Mått:152 x 229 x undefined mm
Format:Inbunden
Språk:Engelska
Serie:AAP Insights in Women’s and Gender Studies: Reshaping Identities
Antal sidor:382
Förlag:Apple Academic Press Inc.
ISBN:9781779641601

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Chitra Krishnan, PhD, is Associate Professor of Human Resource and Behavioral Science at the Symbiosis Centre for Management Studies, Noida, India. With more than 17 years of academic and industry experience, she focuses her research interests on human resource management, organizational behavior, diversity management, emotional intelligence, and artificial intelligence. She has authored several books and numerous scholarly publications.

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“Comes at a crucial juncture in our shared journey toward a world where gender equality is not just an aspiration but a lived reality. It is a comprehensive exploration of the myriad facets of women’s empowerment, highlighting both the monumental strides we have taken and the significant challenges that remain. . . . More than a book—it is a manifesto for change, a testament to the resilience and potential of women, and a guide for building a better world for all.”—From the Foreword by Fatma Nasser Al-Harthy, Assistant Dean for Students Affairs, University of Technology and Applied Science (UTAS), Ibra, Oman

Innehållsförteckning

1. Economic Empowerment of Women: Catalyst for Sustainable Development 2. Does Microfinance Empower Women and Promote Sustainable, Equitable Future? 3. Discourse Analysis of the Most Circulated Turkish Newspapers on Elif Shafak Acknowledgement of Her Bisexuality 4. Work Schedule Elasticity as a Tool to Handle Work-Life Imbalance of Mid-Career Women 5. Resurfacing the Challenges Faced by Women Entrepreneurs in International Trade: An Appraisal of Current Policy Framework 6. Foundation for a Sustainable and Prosperous Future: Empowerment of Women 7. Fintech as a Key to Women’s Empowerment: An Empirical Study 8. Attainment of Sustainable Development Goals: A Reflection of Gender Equality 9. Government Policies and Programs for Elderly Women in India: Leading to Achieve Sustainable Development Goals 10. Addressing Exclusive Challenges: Breaking the Taboos: Tackling Menstrual Hygiene Management Problems 11. Articulating the Role of Women Leaders for Crisis Management in the Academic Sector: A Study on Womens Contributions for Sustainable Educational Practices 12. Ecofeminism for Sustainable Futures: Unraveling Patriarchal Structures and Global Perspectives on Women, Environment, and Justice 13. Role of Women’s Empowerment in Sustainable Development of Bangladesh 14. Women’s Empowerment: An Unstoppable Transformation Across Homes, Society, and the Nation 15. Self-Help Group Model of Economic Empowerment of Women 16. Empowering Women Through Education and Skill Development for Inclusive Participation in Sustainable Initiatives 17. Empowering Women: Paving the Path to a Sustainable and Equitable Future Index