Gender Imbalance in Secondary Schools

Citation:

Mugisha, Catherine Howgego. 2005. “Gender Imbalance in Secondary Schools.” Forced Migration Review 22: 32–33.

Author: Catherine Howgego Mugisha

Abstract:

Significantly fewer girls than boys attend schools in refugee camps. As the level of education increases, there is a corresponding decrease in the numbers of female participants. This has resulted in a severe gender imbalance in refugee secondary schools.

Topics: Education, Gender, Girls, Boys, Gender Balance

Year: 2005

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