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International Journal of Gender Studies in Developing Societies

International Journal of Gender Studies in Developing Societies (IJGSDS)

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International Journal of Gender Studies in Developing Societies (2 papers in press)

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  • Diversity and gender inequality in the banking sector in Ethiopia: gender gap analysis in eight banks in Addis Ababa   Order a copy of this article
    by Filmon Hadaro Hando 
    Abstract: This study analysed gender inequality in the banking sector in Ethiopia; focusing on workforce diversity in high pay and leadership positions. It inquired why gender gaps exist and what barriers explain the gaps despite gender equality policies and laws in Ethiopia. The study used simple measures to substantiate secondary and primary evidence and conducted survey, key informant interviews and observation to selected banks. The analysis framework is informed by glass-ceiling theoretical lenses. The analysis framework is informed by glass-ceiling theoretical lenses, which is used to explain gender gaps and barriers hindering females achievement to top leadership positions in the banking sector. The study found that slightly less than one in 20 CEOs and two in ten directors are females in the selected banks. Currently, one-woman serves as CEO. In addition, in 80 years banking history in Ethiopia, two females held CEO positions in the sector. The evidence contradicts with the rhetoric that gender equality improved. To improve gender equality: 1) gender affirmative sector-tailored policy with accountability tool; 2) continuously tracking changes and revisiting policy; 3) a comparative costs and benefits analysis of gender equality and diversity in the banking sector is needed. This will further academic and policy debates in Ethiopia and beyond.
    Keywords: banking sector; gender discrimination; inequality; workforce diversity; Ethiopia.
    DOI: 10.1504/IJGSDS.2025.10071586
     
  • Evolving gender power relations in Kurdish politics: from Kurdistan to Europe   Order a copy of this article
    by Sabah Mofidi 
    Abstract: Secular Kurdish political parties have theoretically endorsed gender equality; however, the persistence of unequal gender power relations reveals a clear gap between discourse and practice. This article, part of a broader study on the political identity shifts of first-generation political immigrants from Eastern Kurdistan (Rojhelat), explores how migration has influenced gender attitudes and shaped womens engagement in diaspora political activities in Europe, as well as gender dynamics within Kurdish parties. Focusing on current and former members of the Democratic Party of Iranian Kurdistan (PDKI) and factions of the Association of Revolutionary Toilers of Iranian Kurdistan (Komala) in Germany, the Netherlands, France, and Sweden, the study draws on in-depth interviews. Findings reveal that while increased gender awareness has shaped political attitudes, partisanship, and electoral behaviour, a patriarchal mindset continues to dominate power relations in Kurdish political spaces.
    Keywords: gender; power relations; Kurdish women; LGBTQ+; Kurdish politics.
    DOI: 10.1504/IJGSDS.2025.10074110
     

 

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