Title: What are the opportunities to promote gender equity and equality in conflict-affected and fragile states? : insights from a review of evidence

Authors: O'Connell, Helen

Place: [Abongdon etc.]

Publisher: Routledge

Year: 2011

Journal: Gender & development

Volume: vol. 19, no. 3

PAGE: 455--466

Subject: Gender, Citizenship and Governance

Keywords: gender, gender equality, empowerment, states

Abstract: This article draws on a study which reviewed current evidence and lessons on how gender equality can be effectively strengthened in the context of conflict-affected and fragile states. The study looked at women's political and economic empowerment and women and girls’ access to quality services.

URL: http://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/13552074.2011.636571

Document type: Portal