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Gender Equity in Education: Progress and Challenges

by John Brown 1,*
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FER  2021 3(2):23; https://doi.org/10.69610/j.fer.20211030
Received: 27 August 2021 / Accepted: 29 September 2021 / Published Online: 30 October 2021
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The paper explores the ongoing struggles and advancements towards gender equity in education. It begins by acknowledging the significant progress made in promoting equal educational opportunities for both genders, particularly in developed nations. However, the analysis shifts focus to the persistent challenges that hinder gender equality in various parts of the world. The paper discusses the importance of addressing socio-economic factors, cultural beliefs, and policy frameworks that contribute to disparities in educational attainment. It examines case studies from different regions and identifies successful strategies that have been implemented to promote gender equity. The challenges faced, such as gender-based violence, unequal access to resources, and limited representation in leadership positions, are thoroughly analyzed. The conclusion underscores the need for continued advocacy, policy reform, and community engagement to achieve true gender equity in education.

Keywords: Gender equity; Education; Progress; Challenges; Policy reform.;
Copyright: © 2021 by Brown. This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License (CC BY) (Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License). The use, distribution or reproduction in other forums is permitted, provided the original author(s) or licensor are credited and that the original publication in this journal is cited, in accordance with accepted academic practice. No use, distribution or reproduction is permitted which does not comply with these terms.
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Brown, J. (2021). Gender Equity in Education: Progress and Challenges. Frontiers of Educational Review, 3(2), 23. doi:10.69610/j.fer.20211030
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Brown, J. Gender Equity in Education: Progress and Challenges. Frontiers of Educational Review, 2021, 3, 23. doi:10.69610/j.fer.20211030
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Brown J. Gender Equity in Education: Progress and Challenges. Frontiers of Educational Review; 2021, 3(2):23. doi:10.69610/j.fer.20211030
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Brown, John 2021. "Gender Equity in Education: Progress and Challenges" Frontiers of Educational Review 3, no.2:23. doi:10.69610/j.fer.20211030

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Brown, J. (2021). Gender Equity in Education: Progress and Challenges. Frontiers of Educational Review, 3(2), 23. doi:10.69610/j.fer.20211030

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