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Designing Policies that Address the Relationship Between Woman Abuse and Economic Resources

Year: 2002

Type: article

Abstract: Given the disproportionate and increasing number of impoverished women, and poor women's increased vulnerability to woman abuse, it is crucial we examine economic policies in regards to their equity and adequacy for abused women. Current policies and programs designed to address the economic resources/needs of abused women are analyzed. Limitations in current policies are addressed, and a recommendation is made for the formation and implementation of a policy that would serve to empower women economically. Both the prospect and achievement of economic independence for women may not only reduce woman abuse, but will also increase women's options for economic security.

Source: The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare

DOI: 10.15453/0191-5096.2830

Author: Kameri Christy-McMullin

Institutions: Western Michigan University, University of Kansas

Language: English

Topic: Intimate Partner and Family Violence

Subfield: Health

Field: Social Sciences

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Gender equality, Reduced inequalities, No poverty, Peace, justice, and strong institutions, Decent work and economic growth

Open Access status: bronze

OpenAlex ID: W1483055781

FWCI: 0.778

Cites: 36

Cited by: 16

Related to: 10