AP Human Geography / Unit 7: Industrial and Economic Development Patterns and Processes
7.4 Women and Economic Development
Notes
Women's roles change with development: more education, formal employment and political participation. Gaps remain in pay and opportunities.
- Microloans can help women start businesses.
Practice
Microfinance programs often target:
Small loans.
As countries develop, women's participation in the formal workforce tends to:
More opportunities.
The Gender Inequality Index measures differences in:
Gender gaps.
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