Feminism/ Postmodernism/ Development

Name: Feminism/ Postmodernism/ Development
Brand: Taylor & Francis

Taylor & Francis

Drawing on the experiences of women from Africa, Latin America and Asia, this book challenges traditional development practices of North over South, arguing for the inclusion of issues such as identity and political action as the way forward. > \nIn a world where global restructuring is leading to both integration and fragmentation, the meaning and practice of development are increasingly contested. New voices from the South are challenging Northern control over development.\nFeminism/Postmodernism/Development is a comprehensive study of this power struggle. It examines new issues, \""voices\"", and dilemmas in development theory and practice. Drawing on the experiences of women from Africa, Latin America, and Asia, as well as women of colour, this collection questions established development practices and suggests the need to incorporate issues such as identity, representation, indigenous knowledge, and political action.\nFeminism/Postmodernism/Development acknowledges the importan.