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Are We Empowered? A Qualitative Approach to Unfold The Experiences of Female Nurses in Pakistan

Year: 2015

Type: article

Abstract: : The disparity of men and women in certain societies, such as Pakistan, is a growing concern. The disparity, unchanging mind-set, and definitions rooted in traditions do not free individuals from the socially bound gender identities. In such circumstances, educational institutions can become a way of transforming social structures. Considering female nurses in Pakistan as a case study, this paper explores the notion of ‘empowerment ’ and the factors responsible for empowerment or disempowerment of female nurses. The study also evaluates the role of a leading nursing institution in Pakistan namely the Aga Khan University- School of Nursing and Midwifery (AKU-SONAM) in empowering female nurses. The data is collected through five focus group discussion among forty-five alumni of AKU-SONAM. The findings of the study presents an ‘inside-out’ understanding of the term ‘empowerment ’ by female nurses of

Authors: Saleema Gulzar, Rozina Karmaliani, Nasreen Lalani, Qurratulain Nasiruddin

Language: English

Topic: Nursing education and management

Subfield: Research and Theory

Field: Nursing

Domain: Health Sciences

SDGs: Gender equality, Reduced inequalities, Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W2108209311

FWCI: 1.442

Cites: 11

Cited by: 3

Related to: 10