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Title: Beyond the Surface: Intersectionality of Gender and Underrepresentation in Water-Related Violence

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Publication Year: 2024

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Abstract: This paper investigates the nexus between water fetching, gender-based violence (GBV), and underrepresented population in Africa. By analyzing individual-level data from the Integrated Public Use Microdata Series-Demographic and Health Surveys (IPUMS-DHS), it is found that women responsible for water fetching experience increased risks of violence, particularly when traveling long distances to access water sources. In addition, the study explores the intersecting dynamics of gender and ethnicity, revealing that women from underrepresented groups face increased vulnerability to sexual violence, especially in regions with significant polarization. These findings underscore the multifaceted nature of water insecurity and its impacts on women’s safety and well-being, emphasizing the importance of addressing gender and ethnic disparities in water access to mitigate violence against women.

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Authors: Laugerette, Lucile; Zaveri, Esha; Ebadi, Ebad

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Data Collections: IPUMS Global Health - DHS

Topics: Gender, Natural Resource Management

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