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view allPilot Study Examines Impact of Women-Only Police Stations in India
A new pilot research study will examine the effectiveness and broader implications of Women-only Police Stations (WoPS) in India, a pioneering initiative designed to improve responses to gender-based violence and empower women within law enforcement. First established in Kerala in 1973, WoPS are staffed entirely by female officers and aim to provide a safe, supportive environment for women to report crimes, receive sensitive investigations, and access essential services.
Recruitment of Women into the South African National Defence Force
Although there has been considerable research on gender integration in the South African National Defence Force (SANDF), there has been very little research on the factors that influence recruitment and particularly, the recruitment of women in the SANDF. The aim of this research was to fill this void in order to establish the factors that influence the propensity of women to enlist in the SANDF and how they view their employment in the military.
Recruitment of women into SANDF