Factors affecting gender balance in higher education in northwest Syria: Challenges and potential actions

Almelhem, Shehab; Almshhor, Esraa; Alabdullah, Samir; Kadan, Bakri; Alzoabi, Mohammad; Jhar, Abdallah

doi:10.1016/j.ijedro.2022.100164

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“…In recent years, the number of women who have achieved university education and have established themselves in jobs similar to men has increased (Moreno Treviño & Valenzuela Sánchez, 2021). Women are interested in receiving a higher level of education that allows them to be independent or help more with household economic issues (Almelhem et al, 2022). .…”

Section: Differences In Reading Skills By Gendermentioning

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Literacy achievement between women and men according to the Program for the International Assessment of Adult Competencies

Rodríguez-Cristerna

Huerta-Manzanilla

2023

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The literacy of a country is key to the development of society. This work aims to find out if there are differences between the reading abilities of men and women between the ages of 16 and 24 compared to other older age groups, and if this behavior is consistent among the 22 countries that carried out the Program for the International Assessment of Adult Competencies test. The intsvy library was used in the R and RStudio software, and the linear regression function. The results do not show significant differences between the scores of men and women. However, there are significant differences between different age groups and countries. People between the ages of 25 and 34 tend to have higher literacy scores than the rest of the countries.

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Section: Differences In Reading Skills By Gendermentioning

confidence: 99%

Literacy achievement between women and men according to the Program for the International Assessment of Adult Competencies

Rodríguez-Cristerna

Huerta-Manzanilla

2023

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“…Women lag far behind men in global literacy and higher education statistics in scientific and technological disciplines (Ahmad, 2009;Williams, 2006;Adeyemi & Akpotu, 2004). Female students enrolled in higher education institutions at a lower rate than male students (Almelhem et al, 2022;Wieczorek-Szymanska, 2020;Shayan, 2015). Even if the participation trend has favoured women in advanced countries, it is still being determined whether the same trend exists in emerging countries (Ahmad, 2009).…”

Section: Female Student Enrolments In Higher Educationmentioning

confidence: 99%

Gender Diversity in Real Estate Education: Evidence from an African Higher Education Institution

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Pathways to Sustainable Real Estate Investment in Sub Saharan African Countries: The 22nd Annual AfRES Conference

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Workspace inclusivity remain critical in promoting diversity and dynamism across all sectors of the economy. Despite recent progress, gender disparities persist in the real estate sector, including education and training programmes. This study employs a quantitative research design to investigate gender diversity in real estate education at Federal Polytechnic Ede, Nigeria. The study focuses on female students' enrolment in real estate programmes from 2009 to 2022, their experiences, perceptions and career prospects. A self-administered questionnaire was used to collect data from 138 out of all the 150 female students currently enrolled in the programmes. The findings indicate that the gender structure of real estate student enrolments is inclusive. Female enrolments have steadily increased and are stable below 50 per cent over the last thirteen years. However, female students face a lack of mentorship opportunities and perceive gender discrimination and bias in the real estate industry. These factors influence female students' self-esteem, motivation, and career opportunities in the real estate industry. This paper contends that the real estate sector must become more diverse. A proactive dedication to inclusivity, mentorship and the willingness to challenge existing norms and biases in the industry is needed to enable women to pursue real estate career.

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Pathways To Sustainable Real Estate Investment In Sub Saharan African Countries: the 22nd Annual AfRES Conference

2023

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It is my distinct privilege and honor to welcome you the University of Nairobi, and to those who are visiting Kenya for the very first time, Karibuni sana and I hope you get enjoy the conference as well as the hospitality of the Kenyan People. The 22nd AfRES Annual Conference themed "Pathways to sustainable real estate investment in the Sub Saharan African (SSA) Countries." marks a significant milestone in the field of Real Estate, and it is with great enthusiasm that we extend our warmest welcome to the 200+ delegates from across Africa and the world participating in this prestigious event. This conference has been organized by the Faculty of Built Environment and Design.Last Week, The Country hosted the Africa Climate Summit alongside the Africa Climate Week with a special focus on driving green growth and advancing climate finance solutions. As part of the Climate Summit, the University collaborated with Global Center on Adaptation (GCA) to host a high level inter-generational dialogue tagged, Africa driving Climate Adaptation solution & jobs. In addition, members of Faculty presented various scholarly papers during the summit. It was a powerful testament to our collective commitment to addressing the pressing climate challenges facing our continent.Today, as we host the 22 nd Annual AfRES Conference, Kenya, once again has the unique honor of being the focal point for knowledge exchange and collaboration among real estate practitioners and scholars from all corners of the globe. The 180 scholarly papers to be presented during this conference will address emerging issues in the Real Estates markets.Allow me to express my deep appreciation for the longstanding partnership between the University of Nairobi and the African Real Estate Society (AfRES). Our very own Mrs. Catherine Kariuki, a distinguished member of the Faculty of Built Environment and Design, served as the President of AfRES in 2020 and 2021. Catherine is a renowned expert in the field of Real Estate in the region and has served society with unwavering dedication and commitment.Ladies and Gentlemen, today we also have another significant milestone to celebrate as a university. The University of Nairobi and the International Finance Corporation will sign a Licensing agreement that will see the University implement The Green Building Market Transformation Program and Edge Application to empower our students with the knowledge and skills they need to be leaders in the field of sustainable construction. We will also create a pool of highly skilled professionals who can help Kenya transition to a more sustainable future.In addition, this partnership will help us transform our campuses into beacons of sustainability. We will actively implement green building practices and vigorously pursue EDGE certification for our campus buildings. This will make our university a model for sustainable development, and it will inspire others to follow our lead. I am confident that this partnership will be a success. Together, we can create a more sustainable future for K...

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Factors affecting gender balance in higher education in northwest Syria: Challenges and potential actions

Cited by 5 publications

References 10 publications

Literacy achievement between women and men according to the Program for the International Assessment of Adult Competencies

Literacy achievement between women and men according to the Program for the International Assessment of Adult Competencies

Gender Diversity in Real Estate Education: Evidence from an African Higher Education Institution

Pathways To Sustainable Real Estate Investment In Sub Saharan African Countries: the 22nd Annual AfRES Conference

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