Role of Gender Equality on Leadership and Governance in Somalia
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Gender Equality, Leadership, Governance, SomaliaAbstract
Purpose: The study sought to analyze the role of gender equality in leadership and governance in Somalia
Materials and Methods: The study adopted a desktop methodology. Desk research refers to secondary data or that which can be collected without fieldwork. Desk research is basically involved in collecting data from existing resources hence it is often considered a low cost technique as compared to field research, as the main cost is involved in executive's time, telephone charges and directories. Thus, the study relied on already published studies, reports and statistics. This secondary data was easily accessed through the online journals and library.
Findings: The results show Gender equality in leadership and governance is an important aspect of a successful and sustainable society. This is because gender inequality in leadership and governance can lead to a number of negative outcomes, including decreased economic growth and increased poverty.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Practices and Policies: The social constructionist theory, feminist theory and resource theory may be used to anchor future studies in the leadership and governance sector. The study results will also benefit other stakeholders such as the policy makers as well as researchers and scholars from different parts of the world. The top management of gender equality sector in the country will also use the study findings to improve leadership and governance performance in all their activities and programs. The study recommends that the adoption of effective gender equality policies in the leadership and governance will help to improve efficiency in their major operations and activities.
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