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Determinants of female labor force participation: implications for policy in Qatar
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Taylor and Francis
, 2022 , Article)
The aim of this study was to examine the microlevel factors affecting women’s participation in the Qatar workforce, as the gender gap in employment is still wide, and addressing this issue remains an essential item on the ...
Adopting a gender quota policy in Qatar: a path to gender equity
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Emerald Publishing Limited
, 2023 , Article)
Purpose: Societal barriers continue to cause gender disparities in women’s share of political authority. As a representative case study for the Arab Gulf region, this paper aims to investigate public opinion on adopting a ...
Evaluating preparedness of emergency trainees to triage victims of mass casualty incidents
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Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press)
, 2020 , Article)
Background: Triage of victims in mass casualty incidents (MCI) is crucial in prioritizing care and allocating resources1. Triage skills are important to be evaluated for training and better preparedness. Using clinical ...
Implementing the International Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities in Qatar: From charity to human rights
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Hamad bin Khalifa University Press (HBKU Press)
, 2016 , Article)
A historically marginalized and overlooked segment of the general population worldwide, persons with disabilities have long struggled with discrimination, inequality and even maltreatment. They have often been treated as ...
Divorce Legislation in the Arab Gulf: Trends and Educational Differentials
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Taylor and Francis Group
, 2023 , Article)
Traditionally, there have been internalized cultural values regarding family cohesion in the Arab region. However, as a result of modernization, rapid economic growth, and social transition, divorce rates have risen gradually ...
Predictors of job performance in Qatar labor market: a micro-level model
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Emerald
, 2021 , Article)
Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to address the factors influencing the performance and productivity of Qatari citizens in organizational settings, with specific aims to maintain a high-quality performance standard ...
A systematic review of STEM education research in the GCC countries: trends, gaps and barriers
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Springer Open
, 2022 , Article)
Abundant research conducted in many countries has underlined the critical role of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) in developing human capital in fields important to a nation’s global competiveness ...
STEM learning during the COVID-19 pandemic in Qatar: Secondary school students’ and teachers’ perspectives
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Modestum LTD
, 2022 , Article)
This study examines how students and teachers perceive science, mathematics, engineering and technology (STEM) learning during the COVID-19 pandemic. Data was collected through student and teacher surveys, conducted in 22 ...
Challenging gender norms: women’s leadership, political authority, and autonomy
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Emerald
, 2022 , Article)
Purpose: In patriarchal settings, cultural barriers continue to influence women’s participation in positions of leadership and political authority. This paper aims to explore these findings in light of the theoretical ...
Impact of leadership gender stereotyping on managing familial conflict, matrimonial strategies, divorce decisions and marital satisfaction in Qatar
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Emerald
, 2022 , Article)
Purpose: This study aims to investigate the direct and indirect effects of leadership style and gender roles on managing familial conflict (MFC), as well as how such conflict resolution affects divorce decisions and overall ...