Systematic review analyzes the impact of women’s empowerment through inclusive education, suggesting pathways for sustainable development.
The symbiotic relationship between women’s empowerment and inclusive education represents the primary mechanism for achieving sustainable development in the mid-21st century. This comprehensive research report analyses the theoretical, statistical, and practical dimensions of this nexus, drawing on international monitoring data from 2024 and 2025. It identifies a paradigm shift from simple gender parity in enrolment toward gender-transformative educational systems that dismantle foundational patriarchal structures. By synthesizing evidence from the Global Gender Gap Report 2025, the UNESCO Global Education Monitoring Report 2024/5, and the OECD Education Policy Outlook 2025, the analysis reveals that while girls are surpassing boys in school completion rates globally, significant barriers remain in leadership attainment, STEM participation, and safety within digital and physical learning environments. The report further examines regional success stories in Jordan, Kenya, and Pakistan, alongside the theoretical frameworks of intersectionality and the capability approach. The findings suggest that the integration of inclusive school infrastructure, gender-responsive budgeting, and digital literacy is essential for ensuring that educational gains translate into substantive socio-economic agency and political leadership.
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