Understanding young women’s pathways to economic empowerment & resilience: an exploratory qualitative study of rural communities in Ethiopia, Malawi, and Nepal

The study by PLAN International explores the economic empowerment and resilience of young women in rural Ethiopia, Malawi, and Nepal. It identifies barriers like cultural norms, gender inequality, lack of education, and limited job opportunities, while suggesting enablers like vocational training and financial access. Recommendations include skill
development, financial support, addressing childcare and unpaid work, and enhancing formal education, alongside transforming social norms and improving access to sexual and reproductive health services.

Plan International (2023). “Understanding young women’s pathways to economic empowerment & resilience: an exploratory qualitative study of rural communities in Ethiopia, Malawi, and Nepal.”