Abstract

This paper critically examines the complex relationship between economic development and gender equality, challenging the assumption that growth alone guarantees equity. Through comparative analysis and case studies, including Egypt’s Takaful and Karama programs, it argues for a shift from top-down economic models to locally grounded, inclusive development approaches that address structural gender disparities and contextual realities.

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