Gender inequality has been recognized as a persisting issue in the Maldives that requires immediate attention for the country to prosper.Hence,the purpose of this research paper is to investigate the barriers that hinder gender equality in the Maldives.This research also aims to find out the public’s experiences and perceptions in relation to gender（in）equality and to ascertain whether the existing laws,policies and other related efforts pertaining to gender equality are operating effectively or... 

【文章來源】：浙江大學(xué)浙江省 211工程院校 985工程院校 教育部直屬院校

【文章頁數(shù)】：153 頁

【學(xué)位級別】：碩士

【文章目錄】：
Acknowledgements
Abstract
List of Abbreviations
1 Introduction
    1.1 Background of the issue
    1.2 Aim and rationale of the research
    1.3 Relevance and significance of the research
    1.4 Literature review
        1.4.1 Definition of the terms
        1.4.2 Theoretical approach– Feminism
        1.4.3 Factors hindering gender equality
        1.4.4 Concluding discussion on current literature review
    1.5 Research questions and methodology
        1.5.1 Data collection
        1.5.2 Data analysis
        1.5.3 Ethical considerations
        1.5.4 Limitations
    1.6 The structure of the thesis
2 Current status of gender equality in the Maldives
    2.1 Introduction to the Maldives
    2.2 Measuring gender equality
        2.2.1 Human Development Index
        2.2.2 Gender Development Index
        2.2.3 Gender Inequality Index
        2.2.4 Gender Empowerment Measure
        2.2.5 Global Gender Gap Index
    2.3 The status of women
        2.3.1 Education
        2.3.2 Health
        2.3.3 Gender-based violence
        2.3.4 Religion
        2.3.5 Employment
        2.3.6 Political participation
    2.4 Role of the civil society and local NGOs
3 Findings
    3.1 Questionnaire
        3.1.1 General knowledge
        3.1.2 Cultural factors
        3.1.3 Social factors
        3.1.4 Economic factors
        3.1.5 Psychological factors
        3.1.6 Solutions
    3.2 Interview
        3.2.1 Cultural factors
        3.2.2 Social factors
        3.2.3 Economic factors
        3.2.4 Psychological factors
        3.2.5 Institutional/systemic failures
4 Discussion
    4.1 Cultural factors
        4.1.1 Patriarchy
        4.1.2 Double burden
        4.1.3 Misinterpretation of Islam
    4.2 Social factors
        4.2.1 Stigmatization
        4.2.2 Gender stereotyping
        4.2.3 Negative portrayal of women in media
        4.2.4 Lack of knowledge and awareness
        4.2.5 Public distrust in institutions
    4.3 Economic factors
        4.3.1 Gender division of labour
        4.3.2 Workplace discrimination
        4.3.3 Lack of women-friendly working environment
        4.3.4 High financial dependency on men
    4.4 Psychological factors
        4.4.1 Lack of self-confidence
        4.4.2 Fear of independency
        4.4.3 Emotional abuse
    4.5 Institutional factors
        4.5.1 Lack of secure housing for victims
        4.5.2 Lack of commitment by the government
        4.5.3 Lack of gender sensitization in schools
5 Conclusion and recommendations
    5.1 Conclusion
    5.2 Recommendations
        5.2.1 Conduct awareness-raising activities
        5.2.2 Promote Islamic narrative on gender equality
        5.2.3 Ensure implementation,monitoring and evaluation of existing policies and laws
        5.2.4 Introduce family-friendly employment policies
        5.2.5 Gender sensitization of the school environment
        5.2.6 Provide support to victims
    5.3 Suggestions for further research
Bibliography
Appendices
    Appendix1:Questionnaire
    Appendix2:English translation of consent form for interview participants
    Appendix3:Interview questions



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