Development Goals (MDG) and especially MDG3 which aims at promoting gender equity and women empowerment. Lack of access to energy … is a major issue for women in rural areas since it limits their choices in their daily activities and, therefore … domestic tasks for some women. For these women, this time saved is reinvested in creating income generating activities. By …

-colonialism, social networks, social capital. - In my research I examine the situation of women from Eastern Europe who migrate alone to … Portugal. Many had to leave behind their families and children. This Thesis explores the women's decisions for leaving their … home countries, and looks at the experiences and challenges they face in Portugal. The impact of the women's often …