Gendered Poverty and Well-Being

This edited volume explores the critical connections between gender and poverty, highlighting essential methodological and analytical challenges that must be addressed for effective public action in tackling these issues.

Gendered Poverty and Well-Being explores the complex relationships between gender and poverty, an area that has not received sufficient analytical attention until recently. The contributors to this edited volume delve into the critical methodological and analytical challenges that arise when examining poverty through a gendered lens. By addressing these foundational issues, the authors aim to enhance our understanding of how gender dynamics influence poverty and well-being.

The book emphasizes the importance of recognizing that poverty is not a gender-neutral experience. Women and men often encounter different barriers and opportunities that shape their economic realities. The contributors highlight the need for nuanced analyses that consider the intersectionality of gender with other social factors such as race, class, and geography. Through a series of insightful essays, the volume presents various perspectives on how gendered experiences of poverty can inform public policy and intervention strategies.

Ultimately, Gendered Poverty and Well-Being calls for a re-examination of existing frameworks used to analyze poverty. It argues that a gendered analysis is not only essential for understanding the root causes of poverty but also for developing effective solutions that can lead to greater equity and well-being. The implications of this work extend to policymakers and practitioners, urging them to incorporate gender considerations into their approaches to poverty alleviation and social welfare.