Women’s reactions to women‐only training

In answer to the recurring question “Why women‐only training?”, reports on an extensive survey of women’s views, both pre‐ and post‐ the authors’ participation in women‐only development. The results give quantifiable evidence of the value of women‐only development training courses, with benefits in addition to enhanced learning and with a noticeable shift in opinions following the experience of participation. Supports the presence of women‐only development training as part of a menu of choice and will help to encourage organizations which are considering this type of training.