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VOL. 5, ISSUE 2 (2023)
A study on women welfare program thourgh sustainable devepoment of women in Andhra Pradesh
Authors
A Kusuma
Abstract
Women's empowerment is a crucial process aimed at granting women access
to and control over material and informational resources. This concept, first
articulated in 1985 by Development Alternatives with Women for a New Era
(DAWN), empowers individuals, groups, and communities to take charge of their
circumstances, thereby enhancing their quality of life. Women constitute an
essential part of the labor force, and their economic involvement is
intricately linked to overall development. The level of women's integration
into economic development serves as an indicator of economic independence and
social status. Women's empowerment encompasses equipping rural women with the
necessary skills to undertake various tasks independently or collectively,
granting them improved access to and control over societal resources.
Empowerment is recognized as a pivotal strategy for enhancing the well-being of
individuals, families, communities, as well as governmental and
non-governmental agencies. It is crucial to continually refine women's
empowerment strategies to ensure they are effective and yield tangible results.
Notably, income earned by impoverished women tends to be prioritized for
essential life needs, underscoring the significance of women as focal points in
development efforts. When women work together in groups, it fosters a newfound
sense of solidarity and cooperation, contributing to their economic
independence.
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Pages:56-61
How to cite this article:
A Kusuma "A study on women welfare program thourgh sustainable devepoment of women in Andhra Pradesh". International Journal of Sociology and Political Science, Vol 5, Issue 2, 2023, Pages 56-61
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