Rural Women in Micro-enterprise Development
Rural Women in Micro-enterprise Development

Author: International Labour Office

Publisher: International Labour Organization

Published: 1996

Total Pages: 402

ISBN-13: 9221105083

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This practice manual is for trainers and extension workers designing programmes to promote income-generating activities and the creation of micro-enterprises among rural women. While the manual was developed and field-tested in Africa, it can be easily adapted to other social and cultural situations in developing countries.; The manual is divided into seven modules covering the development of the training programme, the discussion of the suggested methodology, marketing management, financial management and conducting feasibility studies. The emphasis is on ""learning by doing"" through a combi.

Enhancing Energy-Based Livelihoods for Women Micro-Entrepreneurs
Enhancing Energy-Based Livelihoods for Women Micro-Entrepreneurs

Author: Asian Development Bank

Publisher: Asian Development Bank

Published: 2018-02-01

Total Pages: 81

ISBN-13: 9292610813

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Reliable supply of 24-hour electricity in the State of Madhya Pradesh since 2014 has transformed the lives of many, including women from low-income households. An Asian Development Bank project validates how women can be empowered through capacity development in efficient use of electricity and energy-based enterprises, and provision of business development services. The case study builds up on the project progress so far, showcasing women who, along with their sense of personal empowerment, have increased their incomes and savings through microenterprises. The case study reaffirms that a steady supply of electricity, coupled with capacity development, helps create an arena where men and women are accorded equal participation in business opportunities.

Status and Advancement of Women
Status and Advancement of Women

Author: Digumarti Bhaskara Rao

Publisher: APH Publishing

Published: 2000

Total Pages: 584

ISBN-13: 9788176481694

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Reviews the problems and priorities as well as international bills and actions relating to the advancement of women. Covers women and work, their health and education, violence and poverty, the UN Action for Women, the Beijing Declaration, and the Commission on the Status of Women.