Capacity Of Women Research Articles

Peruvian Migration and Community Organisation in Argentina: Transnational and Intergenerational Knowledge in the Social Production of Habitat

This paper analyses the transnational and intergenerational knowledge that Peruvian migrant women bring to the social production of habitat in Argentinean cities. In a context of increasing difficulties for Peruvian families to access urban space, this study highlights migrant women's capacity for agency through community organisation. Based on a combination of qualitative and quantitative data collected from research carried out in a neighbourhood built by migrants in the city of Cordoba, the article shows that urban experiences of Peruvian women reveal not only spatial segregation, but also a subaltern urbanism that attempts to ensure the sustainability of life.

Ukrainian women's maternity care strategies in Poland after the outbreak of the full-scale war: Understanding unequal access to quality care

The outbreak of the full-scale war launched by Russia against Ukraine and, following it, significant migrations have not only increased the diversity of the Ukrainian migrant population in Poland, but also added to the complexity of their health needs and strategies. This study seeks to explore Ukrainian migrant women's experiences and practices related to the use of maternity care services. The article is based on fieldwork conducted between February and October 2023 and included 23 semi-structured interviews with Ukrainian migrant women who gave birth in Poland after February 24, 2022. To understand Ukrainian women's pathways to maternity care in Poland and unpack the differences in experiences within this group of migrants, we explore participants' healthcare strategies against the background of existing inequalities in access to quality care in Poland and Ukraine, in particularly the division between private and public services. We consider the role of financial, social and cultural resources and distinguish for this purpose between three groups of permanent, circular and wartime migrants. We show the decisive role of economic resources, nonetheless in articulation with the creation and mobilisation of social networks and time spent in Poland, which play a role in shaping migrant women's capacity to access better maternity care.

Enhancing gender-responsive resilience: The critical role of women in disaster risk reduction in Oman

Successful disaster risk reduction (DRR) and preparedness require the active participation of all genders and age groups. However, gender roles and relations are often overlooked in disaster management. This study explores the critical role of women in enhancing gender-responsive resilience within DRR in Oman. It highlights existing gender disparities in DRR strategies and emphasizes the need for inclusive policies that leverage women's knowledge, leadership, and adaptive capacities. By examining Oman's experience with natural disasters (cyclones) and COVID-19, the research underscores the importance of integrating gender perspectives in DRR for more effective outcomes. Utilizing a quantitative survey and statistical analysis, the study investigates variables shaping women's participation in DRR, including knowledge, communication, experience, social protection, and voluntarism. Findings demonstrate the crucial role of women in enhancing disaster resilience and their potential in mitigating disaster risks effectively. Policy recommendations advocate for empowering women and promoting their active participation in DRR to strengthen community resilience and contribute to broader socio-economic development goals in Oman. This study calls on policymakers, practitioners, and stakeholders to support the pivotal role of women in building resilient societies and to adopt a more equitable approach to disaster management.

Exploring women's empowerment and adaptive capacity in Chepang communities of Chitwan, Nepal

Women in poorer countries are disproportionately impacted by climate change due to existing gender inequality. Empowering women is critical for building adaptive capacity to climate change and improving the resilience of families and communities. However, insufficient studies exist on the link between women, climate change, and their adaptability, leading to policies that overlook the significance of empowering women. This study examines the link between women's empowerment and adaptive capacity to climate change in a Chepang community in Nepal. Surveys of 190 households in the Chitwan district were conducted, measuring women's empowerment across six attributes and adaptive capacity across five attributes. Statistical analyses including PCA and FAMD were used to create indices for these factors. The study used OLS regression to assess the effect of women's empowerment on adaptive capacity. Results show that women's empowerment significantly impacts household adaptive capacity. This highlights the need for prioritizing women's empowerment, to enhance climate resilience in vulnerable communities. The findings have implications for policymakers and practitioners, advocating for gender-inclusive strategies to bolster community-level climate resilience.

Bone Quality Indices Correlate with Growth Hormone Secretory Capacity in Women Affected by Weight Excess: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Background/Objectives: Obesity can be associated with impaired growth hormone (GH) secretion, with possible negative repercussions on bone health. We aimed to investigate the relationships between GH secretory capacity, evaluated with GHRH + arginine stimulation test, and bone parameters, assessed with a dual-energy X-ray absorptiometer, in a population of adult female patients affected by overweight and obesity. Methods: We assessed 276 women affected by overweight or obesity referred to the High-Specialization Center for the Care of Obesity, Umberto I Polyclinic, between 2014 and 2019 with signs or symptoms of growth hormone deficiency (GHD). Results: A total of 97 patients were diagnosed with GHD, and 179 patients with normal GH secretion were considered our control group. GHD patients showed a significantly reduced trabecular bone score (TBS) (p = 0.01). Bone quality parameters corrected for body mass index (BMI) had a positive and significant linear correlation with stimulated GH secretory capacity. Conclusions: In conclusion, bone quality, evaluated by TBS and hip structural analysis, correlates with GH-stimulated secretory capacity. GHD may act as an additive factor in the alteration of bone microarchitecture in patients affected by obesity, who are already at a higher risk of fractures.

Women's Economic Transformation: A Literature Review on Empowerment through Entrepreneurship and Financial Inclusion in Pekalongan, Indonesia

This systematic literature review (SLR) explores factors influencing women's empowerment through entrepreneurship and financial inclusion in Pekalongan. Key elements supporting or hindering women entrepreneurs include access to capital, entrepreneurship education, training, and robust support networks. Financial inclusion, encompassing banking services, microcredit, and financial education, is crucial for enhancing women's economic capacity and independence. The research employs a structured SLR methodology, using databases like Scopus to identify relevant studies from the past decade. The data collection involves keyword identification, literature search, screening, full-text review, and data extraction, followed by thematic analysis and coding. The findings reveal that well-designed government and NGO programs significantly impact women's economic and social well-being, with success dependent on local context and sustained support. Policy recommendations for Pekalongan include increasing access to financial services through microcredit and entrepreneurship training, expanding financial education programs, strengthening support networks via women's business groups and mentoring, and addressing socio-cultural barriers. Tailored policies and programs that consider the local context are essential for effective implementation. This study's comprehensive approach, combining women's entrepreneurship and financial inclusion within Pekalongan's context, provides practical recommendations for policymakers and enriches existing literature, offering a framework for future research and policy development in similar socio-economic settings.

WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT STRATEGY AS AN EFFORT INCREASING THE ROLE OF WOMEN IN NAGRAK VILLAGE SUKABUMI DISTRICT

The lack of involvement of women in the development process has impacts especially on women themselves. There are aspirations that will be more effective if championed by women who specifically understand their needs. Women need to be empowered so they can function as subjects and objects in development. The aim of the research is to find out and analyze women's empowerment strategies as an effort to increase the role of women in Nagrak Village. This research uses a qualitative approach and descriptive methods. The results of the first research, the strategy for implementing women's empowerment programs as an effort to increase the role of women implemented by the Nagrak Village Government has 4 series of strategies, including; (1) field orientation, (2) inventory of problems and abilities, (3) personal approach, and (4) cooperation program. Second, the achievements of the women's empowerment program as an effort to increase the role of women by; (1) increasing involvement of women in various fields (2) increasing women's capacity by having understanding and skills. Third, there are 2 categories of obstacles faced by the Nagrak Village Government, namely; (1) internal barriers and (2) external barriers. Fourth, efforts that can be made to resolve existing problems include; (1) carry out consultations and coordination with the Sukabumi Regency Regional Government (through related agencies). (2) formulate and establish policies with a gender justice perspective. (3) building a partnership network with external parties.

A Scoping Review of Barriers and Facilitators for Preconception Care: Lessons for Global Health Policies and Programs.

Preconception care (PCC) encompasses a set of actions taken before pregnancy to support the health and well-being of women before conception to improve maternal and child health (MCH) outcomes. The utilization of PCC services is influenced by multifaceted factors that can either enable or impede women's capacity to access and utilize them effectively. This scoping review examined the barriers and facilitators influencing the utilization of PCC services among women of reproductive age (15-49 years) at both individual and community levels. Through an extensive review of published articles from 2004 to 2021, including peer-reviewed sources, barriers and facilitators were identified. At the individual level, barriers included limited knowledge about PCC, neglect of self-health, and financial constraints. Community-level barriers encompassed insufficient supply of supplements, restricted access to health care, high health care costs, and setbacks due to delayed delivery of MCH services. Conversely, individuals reported that credible sources of information, such as friends, family, and community health volunteers, facilitated their engagement with PCC services. At the community level, facilitators included government-regulated supply chains for supplements and the involvement of community workers in health monitoring. Understanding and addressing these factors can help improve the utilization of PCC services among women of reproductive age (WRA) and improve MCH outcomes.

SOCIAL TRANSFORMATION AND WOMEN EMPOWERMENT IN SHAHEEN AKHTARS’ THE SEARCH: A CRITIQUE

Currently, women are increasingly assuming the role of catalysts for social change. Nevertheless, this occurrence is infrequent in Bangladesh. In this society, women's empowerment is rarely observed due to its status as a developing country. However, sometimes, we cannot disregard the demeanor of a self-assured individual who illuminated society with their exceptional talents. ‘Mariam’ is a character featured in the novel The Search, written by Shaheen Akhtar. ‘Mariam’s tenacity instills in us the belief that an individual's resolve can transform their circumstances and environment. Emerging from the remnants, she rose as a phoenix. With this perspective in mind, the study aims to engage in a detailed analysis of ‘Mariam’, highlighting how she embodies women's empowerment and makes significant contributions to the advancement of women. Since this region was once a united continent, she also serves as a representative of South Asia. The Subcontinental Perspective of women's empowerment through ‘Mariam’ is illustrated by the similarities between different subcontinents' environments, customs, and lifestyles. The researcher utilizes Feminist theory to support the idea that she opposes all types of injustice against women despite the various social barriers she encounters. This study employs a qualitative approach and utilizes thematic analysis as its research method. The study demonstrates ‘Mariam’s ability to alter the prevalent attitudes of ‘Birangana’ (a war heroine) and regular women. This study examines the portrayal of a powerful female character crafted by a female writer from Bangladesh and explores how Feminist theory has influenced both the character's development and the novel's storyline, thereby establishing her as a noteworthy figure in the context of contemporary society. This study demonstrates women's empowerment and capacity for positive societal amendment.

A STUDY ON WORK LIFE BALANCE OF WOMEN WORKING IN IT SECTOR IN INDIA

Work-life balance (WLB) is a major problem because of the many demands and challenges that women in the information technology sector face while trying to combine their personal and professional lives. This study aims to investigate the appropriate management of personal and professional life by Indian women employed in the IT sector. The paper integrates quantitative and qualitative data from more than 50 females IT workers who were polled and interviewed across Indian cities using a mixed-methods methodology. The research looks at the factors that affect women's capacity to balance work and personal life in the IT business, including working hours, workplace culture, family responsibilities, career ambitions, and social support. This article also looks at how women's performance, contentment, and overall health are affected by work-life balance. The study found that work-family conflict, high levels of stress, and burnout are common among women in IT, and that these factors negatively affect the happiness, productivity, and health of these women. The paper also outlines a number of coping strategies and best practices that the women use to balance their personal and professional life, including negotiating, self-care, delegating, and time management. The article offers a number of suggestions and methods to help women in IT occupations achieve a better work-life balance, including childcare facilities, mentorship programs, flexible work schedules, and awareness campaigns. By concentrating on the unique demands and experiences of women in India's technical advancements sector—a highly competitive and rapidly growing industry with a sizeable female workforce—the research contributes to the body of information on work-life balance. The report also offers some consequences and suggestions for more research, laws, and industrial practices in this area. This paper says that how the women employees are balanced and Satisfied in IT sector and the factors that affect the work life balance of women employees are working hours, Job satisfaction, working condition, etc. Which are key indicators in terms of measuring the work-life balance of women’s working in IT sector.

Uncover your inner power: Breaking leadership biases in global healthcare.

Women currently represent approximately 70% of the global healthcare workforce, 60.9% of the global dental workforce, 77.6% of the US healthcare workforce, and 36.7% of the US dental workforce. The American Dental Association states that the number of practicing women dentists in the United States has increased by 2.25 times since 2001, with a projected trajectory to level off by 2040. Despite having a major impact on the healthcare sector globally, women earn 24% less than men and only serve in 25% of senior leadership positions. In the US dental schools, only 14% of faculty serve in administrative roles, and as of April 2022, 28.6% of the US dental school deans were women, indicating gender underrepresentation in the highest roles of academic leadership. This corresponds to the data on gender parity still not being the norm in many societies and workplaces and can be attributed to public policies, stereotypical perceptions, and individual factors. Five key factors have been identified to be crucial for women's entry or advancement in global health leadership: a) public policy, b) community, c) institutional, d) interpersonal, and e) individual. Individual self-improvement and institutional practices may be used to overcome these barriers to women's leadership in healthcare and shift the power dynamics toward reinforcing gender equality. These transformative changes are measured through women's collective capacities and skills, relationship dynamics, community perceptions, and environmental practices. This article recognizes the present obstacles to women in healthcare leadership and proposes strategies to achieve gender equality both through individual and institutional practices.

The Role of the Matahari Women's Group in Forest Area Management through the Village Forest Scheme in the Social Forestry Program in Sekabuk Village, Sadaniang District, Mempawah Regency.

This study aims to determine the role of Sekabuk Village women's involvement in managing forest areas through the Social Forestry Program (PS). The method used in this study is a qualitative research method with a descriptive approach. The data source in the study was obtained through semi-structural, in-depth interviews with 7 key informants, which were determined through purposive sampling techniques. The writing of this thesis aims to provide an understanding of the implementation of social forestry programs involving the role of women in Sekabuk Village. The problem of the lack of involvement of women in resource management around the area that occurs in Sekabuk Village is quite interesting to study, considering that most of the Sekabuk Village area is a forest area. Based on the research conducted, the participation of women in Sekabuk Village was obtained through granting forest management rights by issuing group decrees, increasing women's capacity by providing training, developing forest-based economic businesses for women's groups, providing women's empowerment in forest area management, and conducting supervision and evaluation. So, the role of Sekabuk Village women in playing an active role in forest area management was revealed.

Local political representation as a pathway to power: A natural experiment in India

AbstractWhat drives the career advancement of female politicians in opaque selection environments where party activists hold sway? I argue that women's higher presence in local politics not only improves party elite responsiveness to greater talent supply (top‐down mechanism) but also expands women's capacity to organize grassroots activist networks to influence party‐nomination decisions (bottom‐up mechanism). Using the natural experiment of gender quotas in Delhi, which cause as‐if‐random variation in the number of local reserved seats within state constituencies, I estimate a novel effect of gender quotas. In state constituencies with women's higher presence in local politics, local female politicians are more likely to be promoted, and senior female politicians are more likely to get renominated. Qualitative evidence shows how women leverage grassroots networks and forge informal connections across party hierarchies. The findings emphasize the pivotal role of women's strategic political networks and grassroots organizing in shaping their political careers.

Drivers of adaptive capacity of rural women farmers: The role of climate action and information mediums in rural Ghana

AbstractGender‐differentiated roles, responsibilities, access, rights, and knowledge gaps shape women's vulnerability to climate change. This is especially critical for women farmers whose livelihoods are climate‐dependent. A key component in building women farmers’ resilience to climate change is deepening their adaptive capacity. Therefore, this research sought to measure the adaptive capacity of women farmers from two unique districts of Ghana using the sustainable livelihood capitals and investigate how access to climate information and the uptake of climate action can influence women's adaptive capacity. Rural women farmers (n = 497) were interviewed through a survey and supported with key informant interviews from six agricultural staff at the selected districts. The adaptive capacity of respondents was rated moderate at 0.405. Differences between the adaptive capacity of women from different agroecological zones (Dormaa East—0.422; East Gonja—0.388) were statistically insignificant (p > 0.05). All climate information mediums except the TV medium had a significant prediction on women farmers’ adaptive capacity. The odds of a decreasing relationship of predictor variables, such as extension officer medium, radio, and adaptation action, require strategic structuring to accrue holistic benefit. The study thus recommends deepening women's benefit from extension services by attracting and retaining female extensionists, while training extensionists on tailored techniques for engaging female farmers. Again, extensionists who report high outreach to female farmers should be incentivized. Traditional and modern Information and Communication Technology mediums must be explored and integrated as alternatives. Co‐benefit practices for both adaptation and mitigation should be encouraged among women farmers to deepen climate action.

Gender Mainstreaming in Natural Disaster Management: Study of Planning for Strengthening Women's Capacity Against Disasters in Bantul District

Planning to strengthen women's capacity to deal with disasters in Bantul Regency is one of the main factors in this research. Because women are ultimately categorized as a vulnerable group, this vulnerability is caused by women's lack of knowledge about disasters. This research aims to analyze plans to strengthen women's capacity to deal with natural disasters in Bantul Regency. This research uses Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) methods supported by primary and secondary data using Vos Viewer analysis. Secondary data documents the activities provided by BPBD for women's groups. This research uses data analysis techniques with data reduction, presentation, and conclusion. This research also shows that there are positive steps provided by BPBD to women's groups so that they can participate in strengthening women's capacity to face disasters. Based on research findings, the Bantul Regency Regional Disaster Management Agency (BPBD) plans to strengthen women's capacity to deal with disasters by providing socialization about disasters and disaster simulations to women's groups.

KERJA SAMA UN WOMEN DENGAN GOJEK DALAM MENDUKUNG AGENDA SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS-5: GENDER EQUALITY DI INDONESIA

This article aims to describe the collaboration between UN Women and Gojek which was agreed in July 2020 in pushing for the achievement encouraging the SDGs-5: Gender Equality in Indonesia. The theory used is gender equality in the perspective of feminism, feminist institutionalism theory, and sustainable development in the type of qualitative research. Data collection was taken through internet-based research and data analysis techniques using interactive data analysis models. The results of the research show that the cooperation by UN Women and Gojek is divided into three framework areas of work namely increasing women's capacity, strengthening the capacity of MSMEs, and promoting women's safety in public spaces. The collaboration between UN Women and Gojek is shown as one of the parties involved in helping achieve the SDGs 5 agenda. This is also evidenced by data from the WEF report on the 2022 Global Gender Gap, where the gender equality index in Indonesia has increased from last year

The Impact of Social Determinants of Health on Australian Women's Capacity to Access and Understand Health Information: A Secondary Analysis of the 2022 National Women's Health Survey.

The ability to access, understand, judge, and use health information is crucial for making informed decisions about health and optimal health outcomes. This secondary data analysis investigated associations between social determinants of health and Australian women's ability to access and understand health information using data from 10,652 women who responded to the 2022 National Women's Health Survey. A score (0-5) was created based on five questions assessing the participants' ability to access and understand health information, which was dichotomised into low (≤3) and high (≥4) scores. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, univariate comparisons, and multivariable binary logistic regression. Almost a quarter of the women had a low score. Non-native English speakers were approximately four times more likely to have low health literacy than native English speakers. Additionally, women without tertiary education, financially disadvantaged women, and First Nations women were almost twice as likely to have lower health literacy than other women. These findings suggest that social determinants of health decrease the capacity to access and understand health information. To reduce health inequalities, healthcare systems and health professionals must consider the factors that reduce women's capacity to access and understand health information and address the health information needs of socioeconomically disadvantaged women.

Effect of Pilates Versus Aerobic Exercises on Depression and Functional Capacity in Women with Hypothyroidism

Effect of Pilates Versus Aerobic Exercises on Depression and Functional Capacity in Women with Hypothyroidism

АНАЛИЗ МЕДИКО-СТАТИСТИЧЕСКИХ ПОКАЗАТЕЛЕЙ РАКА МОЛОЧНОЙ ЖЕЛЕЗЫ В Г. НОВОКУЗНЕЦК (2011-2020 гг.)

Introduction. Breast cancer is a prevalent and socially significant disease affecting the female reproductive system. The incidence of breast cancer continues to rise globally, making early diagnosis crucial for preserving women's life and work capacity. Aim. This study aimed to analyze the incidence of breast cancer in Novokuznetsk city by age from 2011 to 2020 and identify high-risk areas for disease progression. Study Design and Methods. Using the licensed analytical package IBM SPSS Statistics-19 and data from the Kuzbass Clinical Oncological Dispensary, statistical analyses including estimation of median values, quartiles, Kendall's Tau correlation, and Mann-Whitney U test were conducted. Results. The results revealed a statistically significant increase in the absolute and relative (per 100,000 population) rates of breast cancer among female residents of Novokuznetsk from 2011 to 2020. Specifically, women aged 60-64 and 65-69 were identified as high-risk groups for breast cancer. Conclusion. In conclusion, women aged 60-69 are at a higher risk of developing breast cancer, emphasizing the importance of early diagnosis for preserving women's health and well-being.

"Like A Mouse Pursued By the Snake": A Qualitative Metasynthesis on the Experiences of Revictimization Among Women Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse and Partner Violence.

A metasynthesis was performed on 15 qualitative studies to document the experience of revictimization by an intimate partner among women, based on survivors' perspectives on their sustained childhood sexual abuse and intimate partner violence victimization. Results identified two main conceptual categories: (a) Barriers to action: A belief system reflecting learned helplessness that hinders women's abilities to protect themselves and prevent further abuses, and (b) Broken internal compass: Cognitive elements blurring women's risk evaluation capacities and reference points limiting their ability to break the cycle of revictimization. These findings support the need to examine cognitive distortions and false beliefs in intervention practices and suggest valuable guidelines for practitioners. As the responsibility for violence always lies with the perpetrator, this study should not be interpreted as blaming women for their victimization, but instead, as a way to give women a voice about their experiences and give them a sense of power in the prevention of violence.