ambitions and factors influencing young women's transition to higher education

What is it about?

This article explores the ambitions and factors influencing young women's transition to higher education in rural northern and central Laos, with a particular focus on the interplay between migration and education. Drawing on ongoing research, including a 2018 study involving 302 participants, the article examines the experiences of secondary school girls, their parents, dropouts, those pursuing education through migration, and members of the village Education Development Committee.

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Why is it important?

The aspirations of a new generation of women are reshaping traditional gender dynamics in the village and highlight their willingness to challenge gender norms and male dominance in decision-making processes that affect their lives.

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