World Bank
World Development Report 2012: Gender Equality and Development
- ISBN 13:
- 9780821388105
- author:
- World Bank
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- World Bank Group Publications
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2011
- Pages:
- 300
- Dimensions:
- 25.9 x 20.3 x 2.8 cm
- Genre:
- Business, Finance & Law, Economics, International Economics
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The World Development Report 2012: Gender Equality and Development By the World Bank, this report explores the critical link between gender equality and development. It argues that addressing gender disparities is not only a moral imperative but also a sound economic strategy. The report identifies four key policy areas where focused action can have a significant impact: reducing gaps in human capital, closing access to economic opportunities, shrinking differences in voice and agency, and limiting the transmission of inequality across generations. By prioritizing these areas, policymakers can create more inclusive and equitable development outcomes. This report provides a comprehensive analysis of the relationship between gender equality and development, offering valuable insights for countries and international partners seeking to integrate a focus on gender equality into their development policies and programs.
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