Dismantling Gender Barriers in STEM Perspectives from the Global South

Name: Dismantling Gender Barriers in STEM Perspectives from the Global South
Brand: African Minds
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By Hannah Whitehead

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Education and science are foundational to international development, yet gender inequities in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) persist globally. While these disparities are widespread, most research and discourse on gender in STEM originates from the Global North. This edited collection amplifi es contributions from the Global South, presenting twelve case studies supported by Canada's International Development Research Centre (IDRC). The case studies are led by researchers across Africa and Latin Americawho investigate gender inequities in STEM within their local or regional contexts. Organised around four interwoven themes, (1) building gender-responsive and equitable STEM institutions, (2) leveraging data to address gender disparities, (3) fostering leadership and mentorship for women in STEM, and (4) ensuring support across academic and career pathways, the book off ers a comprehensive view of the challenges and innovations shaping gender equity in STEM. Taken together, these chapters provide critical insights and recommendations to promote gender equity in STEM across the Global South and beyond.

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Binding:: Paperback
Number of Pages:: 282
Release Date:: 2025-12-10
Publication Date:: 2025-12-10
Publisher:: African Minds
Languages:: Original: English
ISBN10:: 1067253777
ISBN13:: 9781067253776
Weight:: 492 g
Height:: 17 cm
Width:: 24.4 cm
Thickness:: 1.5 cm

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