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Introduction

01/11/2010

9 pages long

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This article does not have a description. This article is hosted by our co-publisher Taylor & Francis. For the full table of contents for this and previous issues of this journal, please visit the Gender and Development website.

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Talking of gender: words and meanings in development organisations

01/08/2007

6 pages long

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Talking of gender: words and meanings in development organisations

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This article reflects on the vocabulary commonly used within development organisations to communicate about ‘gender and development’. It argues that the relevant terminology, though frequently used, remains problematic. Some terms are almost entirely absent, while others are used loosely and inappropriately – with the subtleties of carefully developed and much-debated concepts often lost. Terms such […]

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Partnerships for Girls’ Education

01/12/2004

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170 pages long

Languages: English

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The idea of partnerships – involving multinational donors, governments, international non-government organisations, the private sector, civil society, and local communities – is increasingly current in debates about development. They are widely seen as the most effective way to achieve sustainable economic and social benefits for the poorest people. How does this vision translate into reality […]

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Reducing poverty and upholding human rights: a pragmatic approach

01/03/2002

7 pages long

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Reducing poverty and upholding human rights: a pragmatic approach

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Trafficking in women is increasing in many countries around the world. This global problem is now well recognised by policy makers and aid agencies committed to poverty reduction in all its forms. This paper considers how Oxfam GB perceives the problem of trafficking of women in the context of its approach to poverty. It illustrates […]

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The reproductive health of refugees: lessons beyond ICPD

01/07/2001

12 pages long

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The reproductive health of refugees: lessons beyond ICPD

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The vulnerability of populations affected by conflict or environmental disasters was stressed at the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) held in Cairo in 1994. In particular, the high mortality and morbidity rates among refugees were emphasised. The ICPD and its Programme of Action have enabled a degree of consensus1 to be reached on […]

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The need for reliable systems: gendered work in Oxfam’s Uganda programme

01/02/1999

4 pages long

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This paper looks at a Gender Review conducted for Oxfam GB of their programme in Uganda. The Review found that the programme lacked a coherent strategy and gender work was invariably considered an add-on rather than an integrated part of development planning. They advocate developing a strategy for social change, including monitoring and evaluation mechanisms, […]

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A Guide to Gender-Analysis Frameworks

01/01/1999

1 documents

144 pages long

Languages: English

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A variety of frameworks to analyse gender relations are used in development work. They can be helpful tools in planning gender-sensitive research projects, or in designing development interventions which address gender inequalities. Drawing on the experience of trainers and practitioners, this book contains step-by-step instructions for using different gender-analysis frameworks, and summaries of their advantages […]

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Gender Training for Development Policy Implementers

01/01/1999

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38 pages long

Languages: English

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The failure of many projects to address gender inequalities has led development organisations to provide gender training courses for staff, as a strategy for addressing the problem. This paper is based on the findings of research commissioned by the Department for International Development (DFID) into gender training in some UK-based development organisations. This paper gives […]

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Gender training for development practitioners: only a partial solution

01/07/1998

6 pages long

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Gender training for development practitioners: only a partial solution

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The authors investigated the scope and impact of gender training in Oxfam GB and concluded that to be fully effective, gender training must be part of a broader strategy for organisational transformation. This article is hosted by our co-publisher Taylor & Francis. For the full table of contents for this and previous issues of this […]

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Gender, change and insecurity theoretical issues and practical concerns

01/10/1995

10 pages long

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Gender, change and insecurity theoretical issues and practical concerns

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In recent times, structural changes worldwide have led to spiralling insecurity for the most vulnerable people in society, the poor, women, and children. Change is intrinsic in human life. It opens the way to progress, but also contains the germ of uncertainty, hence insecurity. This article is hosted by our co-publisher Taylor & Francis. For […]

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