Cultural Development

Complexities of the Transactional Sex Model: Non-Providing Men, Self-Providing Women and HIV Risk in Rural Malawi

2011-2020, Case Study, Countries and Regions, Cultural Development, Economic Development, Foreign, Gender, Newspaper Article/Feature, Social Development / By

The “transactional sex” model, which is increasingly used to explain the continued spread of HIV throughout sub-Saharan Africa and consequently inform policy, overlooks certain important cultural and socioeconomic aspects of women’s sexual choices. This chapter is based on a one-year anthropological field study in rural Malawi on the impacts of improved economic security on women’s …

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The Past and Present of European Women’s and Gender History: A Transatlantic Conversation

Brochure/Leaflet/Flyer, Case Study, Cultural Development, Economic Development, Foreign, Gender, Political Development, Social Development / By

This article reflects on the evolution and current state of European women’s history, emphasizing the significance of cross-disciplinary conversations among scholars from various backgrounds. By highlighting methodological diversity and regional specializations, the authors aim to illustrate the rich tapestry of European women’s history and its relevance in contemporary discussions. The work acknowledges the contributions of …

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A Side Door to Women’s History

2011-2020, Brochure/Leaflet/Flyer, Case Study, Cultural Development, Economic Development, Foreign, Gender, Political Development, Social Development / By

David L. Ransel explores the intersections of women’s history and family history through his personal academic journey, highlighting the significance of women’s roles in historical contexts, particularly within Russian society. He discusses his initial foray into women’s history via the study of charitable institutions founded by Empress Catherine II, which served as a catalyst for …

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