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The global HIV epidemics among men who have sex with men
Beyrer, Chris (contributor) - 2011
Persistent link: https://www.econbiz.de/10011393638
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Addressing gender-based violence in the Latin American and Caribbean region : a critical review of interventions
Morrison, Andrew R. - 2004
"Morrison, Ellsberg, and Bott present an overview of gender-based violence (GBV) in Latin America, with special …; and (4) individual behavior change strategies. The authors offer conclusions and recommendations for future work on gender … achieved by empowering women and reducing gender disparities, and by changing norms and attitudes which foster violence …
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Gender-Based Violence Country Profile: Grenada
World Bank - 2023
market in Grenada is reflective of the global situation where unemployment is higher for women than men, and female … participation is lower. Available data also shows that the majority of business- related loans go to men, and where women access … such loans, they do so in collaboration with men, rather than on their own. Together these indicators suggest that women …
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Gender-Based Violence Country Profile
World Bank - 2023
the gender inequality index. Guyana faces significant challenges in addressing gender-based violence (GBV) and supporting …
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Gender-Based Violence Country Profile
World Bank - 2023
the tourism industry. Jamaica has a high prevalence of gender-based violence (GBV), with a domestic violence rate that …
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Gender-Based Violence Country Profile
World Bank - 2023
Haiti is a Caribbean country with a population of approximately 11 million people, 50.4 % of whom are female. Haiti's progress in economic and social development has been impeded by persistent political instability, surging violence, and record-high levels of insecurity, all of which amplify its...
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Gender-Based Violence Country Profile
World Bank - 2023
Honduras has a small and informal economy that is predominantly agricultural, but its strategic location, solid industrial base, ample resources, and young population indicate potential for inclusive and resilient economic growth. Despite the growth, Honduras remains one of the poorest and most...
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Gender-Based Violence Country Profile
World Bank - 2023
El Salvador has a long history of political and social challenges, including a 12-year civil war that ended in 1992. The country has struggled with high levels of crime, poverty, and inequality, which have hindered its economic and social development. The service sector is an important component...
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Gender-Based Violence Country Profile
World Bank - 2023
With a population of approximately 18.2 million people, Guatemala is the most populous country in Central America. Guatemala has one of the highest rates of femicide in the world, with violent deaths of women increasing from 1.3 per 100,000 women in 2020 to 1.6 per 100,000 women in 2021,...
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Gender-Based Violence Country Profile
World Bank - 2023
gender parity, but violence against women remains a significant problem in the country. As the COVID-19 pandemic has … exacerbated the problem of gender-based violence, women's labor force participation rate reduced by 10 percentage points as well …
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