Del i serien AAP Insights in Women’s and Gender Studies: Reshaping Identities

Women’s Empowerment for a Sustainable Future

Inbunden, Engelska, 2026

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Empowerment of women has been identified as being central to the advancement of sustainable development. Generally, empowering women has thousands of positive effects on economic and social development and fosters improvement of the environment all over the world. This new book, Women’s Empowerment for a Sustainable Future, presents a thoughtful collection of important voices and research studies on women by scholars and activists passionate about the cause of women.The volume documents the progress of women empowerment across a range of sectors and geographic regions and the struggles that are associated with the process of change. Drawing upon compelling research, real-life case studies, and personal narratives, this book sheds light on the obstacles women face and the transformative power they possess. It addresses historical and contemporary challenges, from gender discrimination and unequal access to opportunities to societal stereotypes and cultural biases. Through these insightful discussions, the book demonstrates the urgent need for gender equality as a key catalyst for global progress.The volume addresses economic independence and empowerment, microfinance, women in trade and leadership, and empowering women through education and skill development, providing real-life solutions for addressing the challenges that hinder progress. Topics include fintech, homophobia, women’s work-life balance and imbalance, women entrepreneurs, government policies and programs, women leaders in education, women self-help groups, and much more.Providing a comprehensive analysis of women empowerment and its significance in sustainable development, this volume makes a powerful appeal to policymakers, business professionals, faculty and students, and social activists. By detailing these challenges and opportunities across sectors and geographies, it aims to mobilize change and pave the way for a more inclusive society.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum2026-10-19
Mått156 x 234 x undefined mm
FormatInbunden
SpråkEngelska
SerieAAP Insights in Women’s and Gender Studies: Reshaping Identities
Antal sidor378
FörlagApple Academic Press Inc.
ISBN9781779641601

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Chitra Krishnan, PhD, is an Associate Professor of Human Resource & Behavioral Science at the Symbiosis Centre for Management Studies, Noida, at Symbiosis International (Deemed) University, Pune, India, and a certified HR Analyst by the Indian Institute of Management Rohtak, India. She is a teaching professional with over 17 years of national and international experience. Before her academic career, she worked in various positions of responsibility in industry. Possessing excellence in teaching and research, she has been actively involved in rigorous academic pursuits in higher professional education to enhance skill sets that promote the holistic development of learners. She has several publications in acclaimed journals at the national and international levels and has also participated in many national and international conferences. She is passionate about writing and has six books to her credit with international publishers. She has been empaneled as a member of the review committees for conferences and journals. Her areas of interest include human resource management, organization behavior, talent management, diversity management, employee satisfaction, knowledge management, artificial intelligence, and emotional intelligence.

Foreword by Fatma Nasser Al-Harthy Preface 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 Has Emerged as a Powerful Force within Homes, Society, and the Nation: An Unstoppable Revolution 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

“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