GENDER SENSITIVITY IN TVET FOR NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Ojelabi, E. and Ajetunmobi, David Tunmise (2020) GENDER SENSITIVITY IN TVET FOR NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT. In: 2nd International Conference, 10th – 11th Nov., 2020, Virtual.

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Abstract

In order to remove obstacles to development in the nation created by sexism, gender sensitivity is very important. In the society today, women find it more difficult than males to access market activities, political power, or health and educational inputs. Women have the same rights as men and ought to have the same chances. This paper discusses the challenges faced by women in the society today, their contribution to the development of the nation, the few numbers in leadership roles, the gender gap affecting development and possible solutions for the nation’s development. It also highlights technical, vocational and educational training, which play vital roles in advancement a society. There is a budding capacity to be a worldwide pioneer if the country embrace and invest heavily in technology and innovation while involving both gender equally in developmental goals.

Item Type: Conference or Workshop Item (Paper)
Uncontrolled Keywords: Technology, Innovation, Gender, National Development, Sensitivity, Advancement
Subjects: T Technology > TJ Mechanical engineering and machinery
T Technology > TK Electrical engineering. Electronics Nuclear engineering
Divisions: Faculty of Engineering, Science and Mathematics > School of Electronics and Computer Science
Depositing User: Joy Oluwabukola Olayiwola
Date Deposited: 03 Jun 2021 13:20
Last Modified: 03 Jun 2021 13:20
URI: http://eprints.federalpolyilaro.edu.ng/id/eprint/1640

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