The main purpose of this study is to identify the socio-economic implications of re-current flooding on women development in southern Ijaw Local Government Area. Generally, flooding may result in socio-economic, ecolo...The main purpose of this study is to identify the socio-economic implications of re-current flooding on women development in southern Ijaw Local Government Area. Generally, flooding may result in socio-economic, ecological and health problems. This study assumes that on flood days the movement of customers and sellers tends to be hindered, thus resulting in the retardation of transactions and the reduction of daily income earned. The study compared the situation of female traders with that of male traders. Both primary and secondary data were used in this study. Primary data were collected using an open-ended questionnaire. A total of 83 questionnaires were randomly distributed to members of four communities, which were selected through stratified random sampling procedures. Also 33 randomly selected women and men respectively, engaged in marketing activities from open and locked-up shops, were sampled to observe the level of their personal income (in Naira), from customers patronage during 3 flood days and 3 non-flood days. Other data and information were obtained through Key Informants Interview (KII), and observations. Hypotheses I and II were tested using Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) statistical model. Null hypothesis I (H<sub>0</sub>), which states that “There is no statistically significant difference in the income earned by men and women traders from marketing activities on flood days and non-flood days in Southern Ijaw Local Government Area, Bayelsa State”, is accepted (F-value: 3.8723939, P-value: 2.494E-05), whereas null hypothesis II (H<sub>0</sub>), which states that “There is no statistically significant difference in the income earned by women traders from marketing activities on flood and non-flood days in Southern Ijaw Local Government Area, Bayelsa State, is rejected (F-value: 2.524902, P-value: 0.030069). Thus while there is no significant difference in the earnings of male and female traders on flood and non-flood days, there are significant differences in sales earning among women traders on those days. Factors affecting trading income on flood and non-flood days include accessibility to business premises by customers, ability of male marketers to afford non-easily flooded business premises;and women traders with limited resources often have less suitably drained premises. Reduced total household income can detrimentally affect food affordability, availability, household nutrition, family health and wellbeing. Recommendations highlighting the roles of communities, government and stakeholders in flood management are proffered.展开更多
The dynamics of blood lead (Pb-B) and blood zinc protoporphyrin (ZPP-B) of women in early pregnancy and parturient women with lead exposure and the effects on fetus development were investigated. Pb-B of lead-exposed ...The dynamics of blood lead (Pb-B) and blood zinc protoporphyrin (ZPP-B) of women in early pregnancy and parturient women with lead exposure and the effects on fetus development were investigated. Pb-B of lead-exposed women was high: 0.984 μmol/L (20.38 μg/dl) and ZPP was 84.52μg/dl. Cord blood Pb-B was 0.896 μmol/L(18.56μg/dl)and cord blood ZPP was 69.24μg/dl. In the control group, Pb-B was 0.261μmol/L(5.41μg/dl), ZPP-B, 37.59 μg/dl, cord blood, Pb-B 0.34 μmol/L (7.93 μg/dl), and cord ZPP-B 49.0μg/dl. There was a significant correlation between blood lead and blood ZPP, maternal Pb-B and cord Pb-B, maternal Pb-B and cord ZPP-B. The significance of the consistency of high level Pb-B and the effects on fetus development is discussed.展开更多
As a result of 30 years of an internal armed conflict, women and children not only lost male relatives in struggle, but comprised of the displaced. Most of the households in Sri Lanka are now headed exclusively by wom...As a result of 30 years of an internal armed conflict, women and children not only lost male relatives in struggle, but comprised of the displaced. Most of the households in Sri Lanka are now headed exclusively by women. The micro finance institutions help the poor people in effective ways in order to generate income to enhance their standard of living in the rural areas. This study focuses on women entrepreneurship development through micro credit programme under post war development in Jaffna District selecting four rural areas which are Kopay, Chavakachcheri, Varani and Kodikamam. The main objective of this study is to identify the linkage with micro credit programmes and entrepreneurship development. Further it has an objective to identify the impact of micro credit on entrepreneurship development. The information has been gathered by primary data which has been distributed through the close ended questionnaire to the rural women in the above selected areas and seventy seven （77） responded out of 100. The relation between the micro credit programmes and women entrepreneurship development is examined using Statistical Package for Social Sciences （SPSS）. It is concluded that the Entrepreneurship development has a significant relationship （p〈0.05） with the microcredit programme and its impact on entrepreneurship development is crucial. It is suggested that the microcredit facilities are essential in women entrepreneurship development under post war development.展开更多
Almost all the projects were com-pleted by March 1994,but a few larger projects will be finished in March 1995.The total Canadian con-tribution of CAN$4.2 million has already been fully committed.A]-though this projec...Almost all the projects were com-pleted by March 1994,but a few larger projects will be finished in March 1995.The total Canadian con-tribution of CAN$4.2 million has already been fully committed.A]-though this project has come to an end,the All-China Women's Federa-tion will continue to do its utmost to improve Chinese women's lives.展开更多
Editor's note: Following is the interview with Liu Qunying, chair of the Women's Federation of Fuijian Province, about how women's rights and interests are protected in this southeastern province.
The National Program on the Development of Chinese Women （2011-2020）, herein- after referred to as the ＂NewProgram,＂ was published in August 2011. This is an important document designed to ensure implementation of...The National Program on the Development of Chinese Women （2011-2020）, herein- after referred to as the ＂NewProgram,＂ was published in August 2011. This is an important document designed to ensure implementation of the basic state strategy of gender equal- ity and the all-round development of Chinese women. The New Program is a part of China＇s policy program for the protection of human rights. It sets 57 major targets to be attained over the decade. The targets cover seven fields, namely, health, education, economy,展开更多
Gender equality and women's all-round development is an important yardstick to gauge social progress,and is also an unremitting pursuit of the Community Party of China(CPC)in its century-long history.Since the 18t...Gender equality and women's all-round development is an important yardstick to gauge social progress,and is also an unremitting pursuit of the Community Party of China(CPC)in its century-long history.Since the 18th CPC National Congress.展开更多
Editor's Note The Fourth World Conference on Women was held in Beijing in 1995.The adoption of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action at the conference marks a milestone in the development of women's ...Editor's Note The Fourth World Conference on Women was held in Beijing in 1995.The adoption of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action at the conference marks a milestone in the development of women's cause globally and has had a positive and profound influence on the protection and advancement of women's rights.展开更多
Editor’s Note The Fourth World Conference on Women was held in Beijing in 1995.The adoption of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action at the conference marks a milestone in the development of women’s cause ...Editor’s Note The Fourth World Conference on Women was held in Beijing in 1995.The adoption of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action at the conference marks a milestone in the development of women’s cause globally and has had a positive and profound influence on the protection and advancement of women’s rights.The year 2025 marks the 30th anniversary of the Fourth World Conference on Women.China will co-host the Global Summit of Women with UN Women in Beijing in the latter half of this year.Women of China English Monthly is publishing a series of interviews that highlight the theme of“Beijing+30-My View of Women’s Development.”Through the interviews,we invite foreign vips to share their views on the progress of women’s cause in China,and on the role China plays in enhancing global cooperation in advancing women’s development.展开更多
Preface Throughout history,women have played an essential role in shaping human civilization and have made immense contributions to social progress.But the paths towards gender equality and women's well-rounded de...Preface Throughout history,women have played an essential role in shaping human civilization and have made immense contributions to social progress.But the paths towards gender equality and women's well-rounded development across the world have been long and arduous.Since its founding in 1921,the Communist Party of China(CPC)has remained committed to women's liberation and development and gender equality.展开更多
BEIJING,Oct.13(Xinhua)-Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday underscored the international community’s shared responsibility and called for more practical actions to promote women’s advancement.
Editor's Note The Fourth World Conference on Women was held in Beijing in 1995.The adoption of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action at the conference marks a milestone in the development of women's ...Editor's Note The Fourth World Conference on Women was held in Beijing in 1995.The adoption of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action at the conference marks a milestone in the development of women's cause globally and has had a positive and profound influence on the protection and advancement of women's rights.展开更多
Distinguished Colleagues and vips,Ladies and Gentlemen,Friends,Five years ago,I proposed another global leaders'meeting on women.Today,I am very pleased that we are having this gathering in Beijing to commemorat...Distinguished Colleagues and vips,Ladies and Gentlemen,Friends,Five years ago,I proposed another global leaders'meeting on women.Today,I am very pleased that we are having this gathering in Beijing to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the Fourth World Conference on Women and discussing ways to promote the global women's cause.On behalf of the Chinese government and people.展开更多
文摘The main purpose of this study is to identify the socio-economic implications of re-current flooding on women development in southern Ijaw Local Government Area. Generally, flooding may result in socio-economic, ecological and health problems. This study assumes that on flood days the movement of customers and sellers tends to be hindered, thus resulting in the retardation of transactions and the reduction of daily income earned. The study compared the situation of female traders with that of male traders. Both primary and secondary data were used in this study. Primary data were collected using an open-ended questionnaire. A total of 83 questionnaires were randomly distributed to members of four communities, which were selected through stratified random sampling procedures. Also 33 randomly selected women and men respectively, engaged in marketing activities from open and locked-up shops, were sampled to observe the level of their personal income (in Naira), from customers patronage during 3 flood days and 3 non-flood days. Other data and information were obtained through Key Informants Interview (KII), and observations. Hypotheses I and II were tested using Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) statistical model. Null hypothesis I (H<sub>0</sub>), which states that “There is no statistically significant difference in the income earned by men and women traders from marketing activities on flood days and non-flood days in Southern Ijaw Local Government Area, Bayelsa State”, is accepted (F-value: 3.8723939, P-value: 2.494E-05), whereas null hypothesis II (H<sub>0</sub>), which states that “There is no statistically significant difference in the income earned by women traders from marketing activities on flood and non-flood days in Southern Ijaw Local Government Area, Bayelsa State, is rejected (F-value: 2.524902, P-value: 0.030069). Thus while there is no significant difference in the earnings of male and female traders on flood and non-flood days, there are significant differences in sales earning among women traders on those days. Factors affecting trading income on flood and non-flood days include accessibility to business premises by customers, ability of male marketers to afford non-easily flooded business premises;and women traders with limited resources often have less suitably drained premises. Reduced total household income can detrimentally affect food affordability, availability, household nutrition, family health and wellbeing. Recommendations highlighting the roles of communities, government and stakeholders in flood management are proffered.
文摘The dynamics of blood lead (Pb-B) and blood zinc protoporphyrin (ZPP-B) of women in early pregnancy and parturient women with lead exposure and the effects on fetus development were investigated. Pb-B of lead-exposed women was high: 0.984 μmol/L (20.38 μg/dl) and ZPP was 84.52μg/dl. Cord blood Pb-B was 0.896 μmol/L(18.56μg/dl)and cord blood ZPP was 69.24μg/dl. In the control group, Pb-B was 0.261μmol/L(5.41μg/dl), ZPP-B, 37.59 μg/dl, cord blood, Pb-B 0.34 μmol/L (7.93 μg/dl), and cord ZPP-B 49.0μg/dl. There was a significant correlation between blood lead and blood ZPP, maternal Pb-B and cord Pb-B, maternal Pb-B and cord ZPP-B. The significance of the consistency of high level Pb-B and the effects on fetus development is discussed.
文摘As a result of 30 years of an internal armed conflict, women and children not only lost male relatives in struggle, but comprised of the displaced. Most of the households in Sri Lanka are now headed exclusively by women. The micro finance institutions help the poor people in effective ways in order to generate income to enhance their standard of living in the rural areas. This study focuses on women entrepreneurship development through micro credit programme under post war development in Jaffna District selecting four rural areas which are Kopay, Chavakachcheri, Varani and Kodikamam. The main objective of this study is to identify the linkage with micro credit programmes and entrepreneurship development. Further it has an objective to identify the impact of micro credit on entrepreneurship development. The information has been gathered by primary data which has been distributed through the close ended questionnaire to the rural women in the above selected areas and seventy seven （77） responded out of 100. The relation between the micro credit programmes and women entrepreneurship development is examined using Statistical Package for Social Sciences （SPSS）. It is concluded that the Entrepreneurship development has a significant relationship （p〈0.05） with the microcredit programme and its impact on entrepreneurship development is crucial. It is suggested that the microcredit facilities are essential in women entrepreneurship development under post war development.
文摘Almost all the projects were com-pleted by March 1994,but a few larger projects will be finished in March 1995.The total Canadian con-tribution of CAN$4.2 million has already been fully committed.A]-though this project has come to an end,the All-China Women's Federa-tion will continue to do its utmost to improve Chinese women's lives.
文摘Editor's note: Following is the interview with Liu Qunying, chair of the Women's Federation of Fuijian Province, about how women's rights and interests are protected in this southeastern province.
文摘The National Program on the Development of Chinese Women （2011-2020）, herein- after referred to as the ＂NewProgram,＂ was published in August 2011. This is an important document designed to ensure implementation of the basic state strategy of gender equal- ity and the all-round development of Chinese women. The New Program is a part of China＇s policy program for the protection of human rights. It sets 57 major targets to be attained over the decade. The targets cover seven fields, namely, health, education, economy,
文摘Gender equality and women's all-round development is an important yardstick to gauge social progress,and is also an unremitting pursuit of the Community Party of China(CPC)in its century-long history.Since the 18th CPC National Congress.
文摘Editor's Note The Fourth World Conference on Women was held in Beijing in 1995.The adoption of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action at the conference marks a milestone in the development of women's cause globally and has had a positive and profound influence on the protection and advancement of women's rights.
文摘Editor’s Note The Fourth World Conference on Women was held in Beijing in 1995.The adoption of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action at the conference marks a milestone in the development of women’s cause globally and has had a positive and profound influence on the protection and advancement of women’s rights.The year 2025 marks the 30th anniversary of the Fourth World Conference on Women.China will co-host the Global Summit of Women with UN Women in Beijing in the latter half of this year.Women of China English Monthly is publishing a series of interviews that highlight the theme of“Beijing+30-My View of Women’s Development.”Through the interviews,we invite foreign vips to share their views on the progress of women’s cause in China,and on the role China plays in enhancing global cooperation in advancing women’s development.
文摘Preface Throughout history,women have played an essential role in shaping human civilization and have made immense contributions to social progress.But the paths towards gender equality and women's well-rounded development across the world have been long and arduous.Since its founding in 1921,the Communist Party of China(CPC)has remained committed to women's liberation and development and gender equality.
文摘BEIJING,Oct.13(Xinhua)-Chinese President Xi Jinping on Monday underscored the international community’s shared responsibility and called for more practical actions to promote women’s advancement.
文摘Editor's Note The Fourth World Conference on Women was held in Beijing in 1995.The adoption of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action at the conference marks a milestone in the development of women's cause globally and has had a positive and profound influence on the protection and advancement of women's rights.
文摘Distinguished Colleagues and vips,Ladies and Gentlemen,Friends,Five years ago,I proposed another global leaders'meeting on women.Today,I am very pleased that we are having this gathering in Beijing to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the Fourth World Conference on Women and discussing ways to promote the global women's cause.On behalf of the Chinese government and people.
