MEETING THE CHALLENGE: THE IMPACT OF THE NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION’S PROGRAM FOR WOMEN AND GIRLS

2002 ◽  
Vol 8 (3-4) ◽  
pp. 20 ◽  
Author(s):  
Katherine Darke ◽  
Beatriz Chu Clewell ◽  
Ruta Sevo
Keyword(s):  
National Science ◽  
Women And Girls ◽  
The Impact

scholarly journals The value of research funding for knowledge creation and dissemination: A study of SNSF Research Grants

2021 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Rachel Heyard ◽  
Hanna Hottenrott
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Creation ◽  
National Science Foundation ◽  
Swiss National Science Foundation ◽  
Funding Program ◽  
National Science ◽  
New Research ◽  
Citation Metrics ◽  
Number Of Citations ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Output Indicators

AbstractThis study investigates the effect of competitive project funding on researchers’ publication outputs. Using detailed information on applicants at the Swiss National Science Foundation and their proposal evaluations, we employ a case-control design that accounts for individual heterogeneity of researchers and selection into treatment (e.g. funding). We estimate the impact of the grant award on a set of output indicators measuring the creation of new research results (the number of peer-reviewed articles), its relevance (number of citations and relative citation ratios), as well as its accessibility and dissemination as measured by the publication of preprints and by altmetrics. The results show that the funding program facilitates the publication and dissemination of additional research amounting to about one additional article in each of the three years following the funding. The higher citation metrics and altmetrics by funded researchers suggest that impact goes beyond quantity and that funding fosters dissemination and quality.

scholarly journals Legal Determinants of Health: Regulating Abortion Care

2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
pp. 34-40 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sheelagh McGuinness ◽  
Jonathan Montgomery
Keyword(s):  
Health Promotion ◽  
Sustainable Development ◽  
Health Disparities ◽  
Sexual And Reproductive Health ◽  
Determinants Of Health ◽  
Abortion Care ◽  
The Social ◽  
Women And Girls ◽  
Short Comment ◽  
The Impact

Abstract In The legal determinants of health: Harnessing the power of law for global health and sustainable development, Gostin et al. provide a sustained account of how law can and should be used as an instrument of health promotion. We pick up on the themes of this report with a specific focus of the importance of abortion for women’s sexual and reproductive health and the impact that particular ways of framing abortion in law can have on the lives of women and girls. In this short comment, we wish to emphasize that abortion regulations need to move beyond frameworks based on narrow understandings of harm towards more progressive agendas that take into account the social determinants of health in order to reduce barriers to care. This contribution is particularly relevant to the Commission’s criticism that those ‘[l]aws that stigmatise or discriminate against marginalized populations are especially harmful and exacerbate health disparities’.

The Muslim Surgeon and Contemporary Ethical Dilemmas Surrounding the Restoration of Virginity

Hawwa ◽  
2007 ◽  
Vol 5 (2-3) ◽  
pp. 324-349 ◽  
Author(s):  
Vardit Rispler-Chaim
Keyword(s):  
Young Women ◽  
Ethical Issues ◽  
Ethical Dilemmas ◽  
The Status ◽  
The Subject ◽  
Women And Girls ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Scientific Technology ◽  
Status Of Women

AbstractIn the last few decades surgeons have been able to perform an operation that repairs a torn hymen, and thus allows young women and girls whose hymen is not intact to reappear as virgins. Most of the ethical issues related to hymen repair surgery concern the conduct of the surgeon and the question of whether restoration of virginity is a way to deceive husbands. The status of hymen restoration surgery has been the subject of several fatwas issued by leading religious authorities and articles written by Muslim lawyers, physicians and ethicists. Virginity restoration, based on the above sources, appears to have its supporters and opponents. The study of hymen restoration is also related to the status of women in society and their rights, to ancient social taboos, and to the impact of modern scientific technology on society at large.

scholarly journals Reproductive justice in the time of COVID-19: a systematic review of the indirect impacts of COVID-19 on sexual and reproductive health

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Trena I. Mukherjee ◽  
Angubeen G. Khan ◽  
Anindita Dasgupta ◽  
Goleen Samari
Keyword(s):  
Reproductive Health ◽  
Sexual Behaviors ◽  
Sexual And Reproductive Health ◽  
Underserved Populations ◽  
Gynecologic Oncology ◽  
Control Measures ◽  
Reproductive Justice ◽  
Women And Girls ◽  
Indirect Impacts ◽  
The Impact

Abstract Objective Despite gendered dimensions of COVID-19 becoming increasingly apparent, the impact of COVID-19 and other respiratory epidemics on women and girls’ sexual and reproductive health (SRH) have yet to be synthesized. This review uses a reproductive justice framework to systematically review empirical evidence of the indirect impacts of respiratory epidemics on SRH. Methods We searched MEDLINE and CINAHL for original, peer-reviewed articles related to respiratory epidemics and women and girls’ SRH through May 31, 2021. Studies focusing on various SRH outcomes were included, however those exclusively examining pregnancy, perinatal-related outcomes, and gender-based violence were excluded due to previously published systematic reviews on these topics. The review consisted of title and abstract screening, full-text screening, and data abstraction. Results Twenty-four studies met all eligibility criteria. These studies emphasized that COVID-19 resulted in service disruptions that effected access to abortion, contraceptives, HIV/STI testing, and changes in sexual behaviors, menstruation, and pregnancy intentions. Conclusions These findings highlight the need to enact policies that ensure equitable, timely access to quality SRH services for women and girls, despite quarantine and distancing policies. Research gaps include understanding how COVID-19 disruptions in SRH service provision, access and/or utilization have impacted underserved populations and those with intersectional identities, who faced SRH inequities notwithstanding an epidemic. More robust research is also needed to understand the indirect impact of COVID-19 and epidemic control measures on a wider range of SRH outcomes (e.g., menstrual disorders, fertility services, gynecologic oncology) in the long-term.

scholarly journals Agarwala and Ghumaan_Covid-19_Impact of Covid-19 on women in South Asia

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hemlata Agarwala ◽  
Sandeep Kaur-Ghumaan
Keyword(s):  
South Asia ◽  
Research Literature ◽  
Journal Articles ◽  
Press Releases ◽  
The Sustainable Development ◽  
Child Day Care ◽  
Economic Downturns ◽  
Development Goals ◽  
Women And Girls ◽  
The Impact

The first reports of COVID-19 cases were traced in Wuhan City, China, in late December 2019, post which, the deadly virus rapidly registered itself into the category of pandemics. It has continued to upend lives across the world ever since. “Lockdowns” have ensued, aimed at saving lives by putting the virus on leash, and preventing health systems from being overrun. Such quarantine measures have led to economic depression, leaving millions jobless, befalling deplorably the more vulnerable sections of society, women and girls being the primary unseen targets globally. The socio-economic downturns of the pandemic, such as closure of work places, child day-care facilities, schools, decrease in cross-country migration, and so on, have impacted women across different strata. In this article, we have attempted to collect and collate information related to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on women and girls in South Asia. Owing to unavailability of sufficient research literature on the gendered aspect of COVID-19 in South Asia, we present excerpts and case studies from various local sources like newspapers, blogs, online archives, press releases, journal articles, and some statistics of gendered impact of COVID-19 from well-respected sources. Through this article we aim to illuminate the reader about the plight of women in such a distressful time, a matter particularly less-focused on by the governments in South Asia, at the same time highlight the importance of addressing the alarming issue of staggering gender imbalance in bringing our world back to an equilibrium and achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

scholarly journals The National Science Film Festival of India-A tool for learning science film making

2017 ◽  
Vol 5 (01) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sachin C. Narwadiya
Keyword(s):  
Popular Science ◽  
Film Festival ◽  
Film Festivals ◽  
Visual Medium ◽  
Science And Art ◽  
Online Lectures ◽  
National Science ◽  
Film Making ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Day By Day

Films have been an effective medium of communication of the messages of science since many years. The impact of films can be marked well on the minds and thoughts of viewers. Now a days intervention of technology is increasing day by day and it has enhanced techniques of video conferencing and films on science. Moreover, online lectures have proved to be more useful to reach the students. Science based films are better collaboration of both science and art for learning. It requires only creative minds as well as scientific attitude since the language of films is different than that of books. Films are always capable to communicate its messages even in small dialogues along with attractive(catchy) titles. This audio-visual médium connects the viewers more than the text books. In “Vigyan Prasar” popular science film production was initiated(started) about two decades ago. To encourage making of science films in India, it came up with a “Science Film Festival” originally entitled “Rashtriya Vigyan Chalchitra Mela(RVCM)”. At present, it is celebrated every year in the name of National Science Film Festival(NSFF). A large number of films submitted by the National and International producers are classified in various categories and are shown to the viewers and members of jury on the screen during this festival and then decisión is taken by the members of jury regarding final list of films. The screening of films along with work shops provides an opportunity for learning and also provide a platform to delibrate on arising obstacles or difficulties on the way of making science-based films. This film festival event is always educational, entertaining and above all it encourages the scientific thinking among all the participants. In this study, an analysis has been presented rgarding those films which were included during film festival of 2015. At the same time, a comparative study has also been done between NSFF and other Indian Science Film Festivals as well as competitions.

scholarly journals Sexual autonomy and violence against women in Nigeria: Assessing the impact of Covid-19 pandemic

De Jure ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 54 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tolulope R Ibitoye ◽  
Folakemi Ajagunna
Keyword(s):  
Human Rights ◽  
Violence Against Women ◽  
Political Will ◽  
Sexual Autonomy ◽  
Women And Girls ◽  
Negative Impacts ◽  
Active Implementation ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Depth Interviews ◽  
Sexual And Reproductive Rights

Sexual and reproductive rights are centred on an individual's autonomy. However, these rights are jeopardised when women and girls are faced with sexual violence. Recently, there was reported increase in violence against women and girls, constituting an infringement of their human rights. Relieving this burden has become a human rights commitment for most countries including Nigeria. Therefore, this article examines how these rights were impacted during the COVID-19 pandemic in Nigeria. It examines reports from media sources, and conducted in-depth interviews with Forty-five (45) women in a bid to elicit their responses on their experiences during the pandemic. The research found that the pandemic had both positive and negative impacts on the women's sexual autonomy. This article recommends the creation of more awareness for women, the fostering of political will, and dedicated funding to ensure active implementation and better protection of women's rights in Nigeria.

scholarly journals Development of E-learning Module for ICT Skills of Marginalized Women and Girls for ICT4D

2020 ◽  
Vol 15 (16) ◽  
pp. 94
Author(s):  
January Febro ◽  
Mia Amor Catindig ◽  
Lomesindo Caparida
Keyword(s):  
Ict Literacy ◽  
Learning Modules ◽  
Learning Module ◽  
Learning Content ◽  
Gender Divide ◽  
Marginalized Women ◽  
E Learning ◽  
Development Goals ◽  
Women And Girls ◽  
The Impact

The digital gender divide is a major challenge that needs to be addressed in developing countries. Thus, the focus of this study is to address the digital il-literacy of girls and women that also fuels the digital gender divide. The goal is to produce an e-learning module that focused on the skills to be measured in assessing ICT skill in Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) 4. This can be used during training as a tool to capacitate participants like marginalized women and girls. The development of this e-module follows the research and development using the 4D model process that begins in define phase, followed by the design of e-learning content and development activities, and lastly disseminate. The impact of the e-learning module was evaluated during ICT literacy training for marginalized women and girls. This study found that utilizing e-learning modules in the development of skills among participants was significant. This study was a humble step towards gaining technological skills of the marginalized girls and women in the Philippine community to-wards ICT4D.

Women, Sex Trafficking, and the Justice System

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Thema Bryant-Davis ◽  
Tyonna Adams ◽  
Anthea Gray
Keyword(s):  
Sex Trafficking ◽  
Justice System ◽  
Legal Protection ◽  
The United States ◽  
System P ◽  
Mental Health Interventions ◽  
Women And Girls ◽  
Fear Of Deportation ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Experiences Of Women

This chapter discusses the experiences of women and girl survivors of sex trafficking in the United States. It highlights the risk factors that make women and girls vulnerable to sex traffickers and victimization, examines the impact of sex trafficking on women’s and girls’ health, and describes the circumstances that lead to their forced involvement in the sex trade and their contact with the justice system. Gender, class, and racial stereotypes are barriers that prevent trafficking survivors from obtaining legal protection. Other barriers include fear of violence, lack of awareness of resources, and fear of deportation. When seeking legal help, trafficking survivors often experience revictimization and are treated as criminals. Lastly, this chapter identifies the need for more research on survivors of sex trafficking, highlights promising legal and mental health interventions, and proposes guidelines for greater gender and cultural responsiveness in programming.

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