Feminism and Third-World Countries

Author: Basil Farooqui – PSP

Outline
1. Introduction:

Thesis Statement: With the increasing needs of women in third-world countries, the feminism there
is suffering at the hands of multiple problems. However, using appropriate responses these problems
can be solved.

2. Overview of Feminism in Third-World Countries.

3. Problems faced by Feminism in Third-World Countries:

a. Lack of awareness about objective of feminism
b. The need to clarify the concept of feminism in Third-World countries
c. Absence of gender studies in education system
d. Perceiving women as subaltern of the subalterns
e. Weak representation of women in legislation
f. Women in Third-World politics are almost fading
g. The failure of global women and development approach
h. Third-World women are still fighting for practical needs
i. Capitalism feeds off the women’s needs in Third-World
j. Need to integrate women in global development programs.

4. Solving problems of Feminism in Third-World Countries:

a. Mainstreaming of feminist notion in the society
b. Utilizing the potential of media for feminist ideas
c. Expanding the scope of women and gender education
d. Brokering clarity for feminism in religious societies
e. Increasing women representation in security agencies
f. Implementing the already present laws in favor of feminism
g. The need for NGOs and international organizations’ role in support
h. Revival of the approaches that empower women
i. Capacity building will enhance the efficiency of feminism
j. Making women a part of conflict resolution of Third-World countries

5. Conclusion