This thesis considers the literature on gender and conflict to determine whether war acts as a catalyst for improved gender equality. It questions why some opportunities for improvement are sustained in the post-war period while others are not. The case study of Sierra Leone is used to examine ...
One of KIND’s major objectives is to empower rural women through skills development, financial education, small grants and training in agro business methods of farming. We strongly believe that Sierra Leone rural women are key agents for achieving the transformational, socio-economic and environmental...
Free Essay: In a study carried out by Clare (2009) on women´s political participation and influence in Sierra Leone. According to the study Gender relations...
Researchers from the University of Sheffield are delivering affordable, clean energy to remote communities in Sierra Leone as part of a pioneering new project.
The Sierra Leone Land Administration Project is aligned with the government’s Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment Policy (2020), which identifies lack of access and ownership of land for women as a key issue. The Impact of an Efficient Land Administration System ...
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Sierra Leonerural developmentsocial perceptiongender equalitywomen’s organizationOrganizations are among the preferred outlets women use both to voice societal prejudices against them and to showcase their potential for rural/community development. There is an increasing advocacy for gender equality, women'...
Sierra Leone Sickle cell Gender Care Women 1. Introduction “Sickle cell is a gender issue, it affects men and women differently,” specified Mrs. Amelia Gabba who was responsible for the day to day management of a non-governmental organisation (NGO) called the Sierra Leone Sickle Cell Disease...
In response to growing recognition of the importance of including gender components in development activities, most NGOs now have specific gender mandates as well as programs where women are the central beneficiaries. This paper analyzes the role of select NGOs in Sierra Leone such as International...
LGBT Rights in Sierra Leone: homosexuality, gay marriage, gay adoption, serving in the military, sexual orientation discrimination protection, changing legal gender, donating blood, age of consent, and more.