This paper discusses policy towards gender in the water sector. It identifies key directions in gender policy and, while recognizing the progress made by donors towards implementing this, identifies some of the obstacles and difficulties encountered.
Title | Donor policies and gender in the water and sanitation sector |
Publication Type | Journal Article |
Year of Publication | 1996 |
Authors | Cleaver, F, Jobes, K |
Pagination | p. 111-116 |
Date Published | 1996-05-02 |
Keywords | constraints, funding agencies, gender, policies, water supply |
Abstract | This paper discusses policy towards gender in the water sector. It identifies key directions in gender policy and, while recognizing the progress made by donors towards implementing this, identifies some of the obstacles and difficulties encountered. The paper is based on a review of selected donor agency documentation and on discussions with staff conducted during May 1995. |
Notes | 15 ref. |
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