Woman in Development & Politics

Welfare and Planning

Assessing the Right to the City Theory from a Gender-Wise Perspective in order to Achieve Gender Inclusive Urban Space (Case Study: The City of Rasht)

Mehrnaz Molavi; Vahid Feizkhah

Volume 22, Issue 4 , December 2024, Pages 843-865

https://doi.org/10.22059/jwdp.2024.379162.1008463

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Justice is an inclusive and universal concept that has consistently been considered as a fundamental element of development. This concept may be interpreted differently from the standpoint of a variety of scientific and research fields. One of the most widely recognized theories regarding the concept ... Read More

Political sciences

The Effect of Multidimensional Poverty on Informal Strategies of Women’s Political Activism (Case study: Women Protesting the Lack of Water in the Village of Naqdi-ye Olya in 2021)

Golsoumeh Mohammadrzai; Hakem Ghasemi

Volume 22, Issue 4 , December 2024, Pages 867-890

https://doi.org/10.22059/jwdp.2024.371970.1008427

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Multidimensional poverty is one of the reasons rural women resort to informal activism strategies. In conjunction with the circumstances of rural women and the obstacles they face on a daily basis, it motivates them to advocate for political transformation and demand change. The women of Naqdi-ye Olya ... Read More

Women's Studies

Examining the Impact of Gender Division of Labor at Home on Women’s Reproductive Behavior Using Agent-Based Simulation

Nasibeh Esmaeili; Hajieh Bibi Razeghi Nasrabad

Volume 22, Issue 4 , December 2024, Pages 891-915

https://doi.org/10.22059/jwdp.2024.381114.1008472

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The division of gender roles within households has been identified as a critical factor influencing fertility decisions and behaviors, as evidenced by the decline in fertility rates below the replacement level. The objective of this paper is to investigate and anticipate the impact of the division ... Read More

economics

Income Inequality and the Intersectionality of Gender and Ethnicity in Iran

Pedram Mohammad Hassan; Ali Reza Oryoie

Volume 22, Issue 4 , December 2024, Pages 917-939

https://doi.org/10.22059/jwdp.2024.377061.1008452

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This study investigates the impact of the intersection of gender and ethnicity on income inequality in Iran. We use data from two sources: the National Survey of the Consumption of Cultural Goods (2019) collected by the Research Center for Culture, Art and Communication, and the Household Expenditure ... Read More

Entrepreneurship

Designing a Digital Entrepreneurship Model for Women in Home-Based Businesses with a Grounded Theory Approach

Fariba Mesri Eisalo; Naser Seifollahi; Ghasem Zarei

Volume 22, Issue 4 , December 2024, Pages 941-963

https://doi.org/10.22059/jwdp.2025.383324.1008488

Abstract

Digital entrepreneurship is acknowledged as a novel concept in the business world, which pertains to utilizing opportunities provided by the internet, mobile technology, and new media. The primary goal of this investigation is to develop a digital entrepreneurship model that is tailored to the needs ... Read More

Sociology

The Dual Experience of Women’s Bread-Making a Study on the Lives of Female Heads of Households in Behshahr City

Reza Azamzadeh ,; Soheila Alirezanejad

Volume 22, Issue 4 , December 2024, Pages 965-988

https://doi.org/10.22059/jwdp.2024.381329.1008475

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The purpose of this research is to know and understand the experience of female heads of the household from the role of breadwinner and how to implement it as the head of the household. In this study, to achieve the goals of the research, the foundational data theory was used, and data collection was ... Read More

Sociology

Developing a Sport Business Development Model for Women in Tehran Province

Mohammad hossein Ghorbani; Abdulazim Jokar; Hamid Reza Safari

Volume 22, Issue 4 , December 2024, Pages 987-1011

https://doi.org/10.22059/jwdp.2025.381378.1008482

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The purpose of this research was to develop a model for the development of a sport enterprise that would be beneficial to women in the Tehran province. The Grounded Theory (GT) method was employed to conduct this qualitative study. The research population consisted of all elites and specialists in the ... Read More

Women's Studies

The Effect of Women’s Position in the Education and Labor Market Sectors on Suicide

Marzieh Shakeri HosseinAbad; Zahra Nasrollahi

Volume 22, Issue 4 , December 2024, Pages 1013-1041

https://doi.org/10.22059/jwdp.2024.380194.1008467

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Suicide is a public health concern. The family and society are impacted by the consequences of suicide, despite the fact that it is committed by an individual. Therefore, considering the importance of this phenomenon, researchers have endeavored to investigate factors affecting suicide from various the ... Read More

Sociology

Women and Social Structure Change; Analyzing the Narrative of Active Women Activists in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq

Hossein Daneshmehr; Ameer Khodakaram alzandi; Kurda Ahmad mahmood

Volume 22, Issue 4 , December 2024, Pages 1043-1068

https://doi.org/10.22059/jwdp.2024.375957.1008445

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The current research is based on the narrative of female activists regarding the role and status of women in the transformation of the social structure of the Kurdistan region. The function and position of women in the Kurdistan Region's structural changes have been elucidated through the application ... Read More

Islamic Sociology

Interactions of the Ruler and Women in the Caliphate of Commander of the Faithful Ali Ibn Abitalib

Mohammad Javad Najafi; Yahya Bouzarinejad

Volume 22, Issue 4 , December 2024, Pages 1069-1092

https://doi.org/10.22059/jwdp.2024.379068.1008462

Abstract

The Prophet of Islam elevated the status of women during his governance. Although, with his passing and the rise of the three caliphs, this status declined and deviated from the prophetic path. With the beginning of Imam Ali’s ruling, the situation of women transformed, and they were granted an ... Read More

ISIS crimes against women and children from the perspective of international law and the role of Martyr Soleimani in confronting it

Volume 21, Issue 2 , June 2023, , Pages 407-443

https://doi.org/10.22059/jwdp.2023.349954.1008263

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Among the crimes agonizing human communities in modern age were crimes that were perpetrated by ISIS groups in Syria and Iraq against women and children.During years of their ruling in those occupied lands Iran led by Martyr Soliemani, offered unique services to help safeguard the security of the citizens ... Read More Among the crimes agonizing human communities in modern age were crimes that were perpetrated by ISIS groups in Syria and Iraq against women and children.During years of their ruling in those occupied lands Iran led by Martyr Soliemani, offered unique services to help safeguard the security of the citizens in those areas. In addition to the many violences that ISIS inflicted on civilians in the areas under its sovereignty, such as barbaric and mass killings, looting, enforced disappearance, mental and physical torture, food and drug sanctions, committed heinous and unprecedented crimes against women and children that the most important of which are: enslavement and trafficking of women and children, rape and sexual violence, ethnic and religious cleansing and compulsory recruitment of children for use in armed.This is while, ISIS crimes against women and children have been a part of this terrorist group's strategy, as a weapon and war tactic to create terror, humiliate and crush people's resistance, so that ISIS managed several media to spread these tragedies. ISIS leaders not only put crimes against women and children on their agenda for military purposes, but also used the trafficking of women and children as one of the financial sources. In addition, ISIS brought to the fore a new model of abuse of women under the name of Jihad Nikah. That in many cases, it was a clear example of human trafficking. Jihad Nikah was a title for the exploitation of women, which mainly through seduction and deception by abusing the religious feelings of women who had extremist thoughts, caused terrible tragedies. What intellectual and emotional degeneration has happened in these women that they suffer hardships to be part of a group that is responsible for crimes against women and children, and they willingly work to advance the crimes of ISIS.According to this, the current research, through a descriptive research, seeks to answer the question, what were the main crimes committed by ISIS against women and children, and what was the effect of Martyr Soleimani's efforts in warding off these dangers? In response to the research problem, the investigations showed that the fact is that terrorist acts and violent ideology of ISIS and its severe, systematic and widespread attacks on civilians, especially women and children, was a global threat to international peace and security. This terrorist group committed heinous crimes with gross violation of Human Rights and International Humanitarian Law that many of which included war crimes, crimes against humanity and genocide and it hurt and disturbed the minds of the international community. In between, Martyr Qassem Soleimani made a detailed plan to deal with the enemies, immediately after the official invitation of the governments of Syria and Iraq. His goal was to preserve the honor of the nations of the region and saving them from the rule of criminals and terrorist and violent extremist groups, especially ISIS. He freed many cities from the capture and occupation of ISIS, and freed many women from sexual slavery by using strong war tactics and activating political diplomacy and mobilization of popular forces. The efforts of the resistance forces under the leadership of General Soleimani in liberating the areas and freeing women and children from the, were so effective that many Western media announced: "Suleimani and the Iraqi militias he commands have played a key role in halting ISIS" and the US general Stanley McChrystal wrote:“Suleimani is arguably the most powerful and unconstrained actor in the Middle East today,”

Qualitative content analysis of elementary textbooks based on gender orientation

Volume 13, Issue 4 , January 2016, , Pages 469-485

https://doi.org/10.22059/jwdp.2015.58131

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The aim of this study was the content analysis of elementary textbooks based on gender orientation. Method of research was qualitative content analysis. Statistical population was textbooks of the elementary. Statistical sample of research includes Heavenly gifts (Hediehaye Asmani), social studies, and ... Read More

The effect of economic– social variables on burgess female suicide of Iran (2006-2009)

Volume 11, Issue 3 , October 2013, , Pages 377-392

https://doi.org/10.22059/jwdp.2013.36534

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The rate of suicide globally and in Iran is increasing. Suicide destroys human capital and poses huge obstacles for the improvement of women’s health and for the wider public health agenda. The main objectives of this paper is to review the available evidence on suicide in Iran as well as to explore ... Read More

A Study On Socio- Cultural Barriers of Women's Participation in Sports Case study: 20-40 year-old female athletes and non-athletes in Hamedan province

Volume 9, Issue 1 , April 2011, , Pages 147-163

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In today's world, women's participation in social activities is considered as a measure of their social and civil rights. However, there are challenges to such participation. This research aims to investigate these socio-cultural obstacles, comparing athletic and non-athletic women. The present study ... Read More

Comparative Study between Status of Women in Iran and Malysia

Volume 12, Issue 1 , April 2014, , Pages 75-92

https://doi.org/10.22059/jwdp.2014.51351

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Gender equality, equity and women`s empowerment are the essential factors for integral human development and also key factors for all countries to achieve economic, political and social development. The main goal of this paper is a comparative study on women`s status in Malaysia and Iran as two developing ... Read More

Semantic Understanding of the Identity Formation Process of Women in Yasuj City with a Postmodern Approach

Alieh Abbasi; mahmoudreza rahbarghazi; Amir Masoud Shahramnia

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 03 December 2024

https://doi.org/10.22059/jwdp.2024.382461.1008481

Abstract

IntroductionThe present study aimed at analyzing and deeply understanding the process of identity formation among women using postmodern feminist approaches based on the grounded theory method in the city of Yasuj. In this study, an attempt will be made to explore the causes, strategies, and consequences ... Read More IntroductionThe present study aimed at analyzing and deeply understanding the process of identity formation among women using postmodern feminist approaches based on the grounded theory method in the city of Yasuj. In this study, an attempt will be made to explore the causes, strategies, and consequences of a phenomenon called "the formation of women's identity within traditional contexts."Research MethodThe qualitative research design was employed for this study. In this study, a qualitative research methodology was based on the classic version of the grounded theory by Strauss and Corbin (2015). Data collection was through semi-structured interviews with 27 women living in the city of Yasuj. Data analysis to develop contextual concepts from the interview data was done through open, axial, and selective coding. The accuracy of the data was determined by the participant review and comparison with related theoretical sources. Lastly, the focused codes and the core code were found through the data analysis regarding the formation of identity in women.Conclusion The findings of research illustrate that in the level of causal conditions, women's identity formation is rooted in hegemonic patriarchy, gender othering, and religious authoritative discourse. For Foucault (1978), such discourses of power and social surveillance hold tremendous significance as agents in shaping women's identities. It is through the process of social reproduction that such discourses have managed to instill patriarchal roles and norms onto women, which have implications for curbing choices in career and educational pathways. Lacan further moves to show that women, in interaction with structures of symbolization, remain incomplete in identity—a constant state—that through a system defining them as the "Other," their sense of self is molded and they remain wanting. In contextual conditions, the normative discursive system and symbolic religious order support Apollonian gender roles through family and religion. Butler (2011) claims that the gender identity of women is reproduced by the norms being performed. Such performances get shaped within the framework of gendered embodiment and hegemonic dress code where women's bodies serve as sites of social and cultural surveillance in society. It is in this system where they also experience a family structure based on gender, which makes them fit into the latter roles enjoyed in the family. Among intervening processes, institutional gender discrimination and normative deterrence act as barriers to realize the modern identities by women. Within intra-family power relations as well as patriarchal capitalism, the same is considered distinguishing toward preservation of traditional roles and economic constraints on the woman. This would also lead to bodily control, whereby social and economic institutions monitor the bodies and identities of women and further limit their access to independence and autonomy.The data show that women in Yasuj developed two main strategies in response to the studied phenomenon: acceptance or resistance. In the acceptance strategy, influenced by traditional and hegemonic discourses, women accept imposed gender roles, likely due to internalizing social and religious norms reinforced by institutions like family and religion. According to Foucault (1978) and Butler (2011), this acceptance unintentionally reproduces power structures, as women legitimize social control over their bodies and identities. Women may feel pressured to pursue education or employment while also facing traditional family responsibilities imposed by society. Resistance, on the other hand, involves women, as conscious agents aware of oppressive discourses, striving to reframe their identities and challenge imposed sex-based roles. This can manifest through opposing forced marriages, seeking economic and educational independence, or building independent identities via social media. From a postmodernist viewpoint, such resistance directly challenges patriarchal power mechanisms and works to alter dominant discourses and reshape women's identities. Acts of defiance, like rejecting dress codes or refusing educational and employment limitations, symbolically allow women to critique existing structures and create new narratives.Finally, the results expose that the identity formations among women can be viewed as resulting in three kinds of outcomes: negative, mixed, and positive. In negative outcomes, power discourse and social surveillance are used as tools for the purposes of controlling women. According to Foucault (1978), power over bodies and identities of women is wielded through apparatuses of social institutions. Institutions like family and religion force women to adhere to gender roles and control their activities through monitoring mechanisms. The autonomy lost within this structure is a direct consequence of social surveillance and cultural pressures. According to Butler (2011), the female body becomes a playground to exert one's power, eliminating all regular decision-making processes for women in career perspectives as well as personal lives. But this is achieved through internalization, wherein women unconsciously internalize such social norms that have been influenced by power discourses and thus simply accept their restrictive roles. Through the theory of subjectivity developed by Lacan, these norms are internalized in identity/women and become part of their nature, whence they start acting as if these limitations were natural and unchangeable.In the mixed outcomes, the discourse of resistance and acceptance comes forth as one of the central issues in describing a process in which women find themselves at the juncture of accepting traditional norms while resisting them. Butler (2011) frames this struggle symbolically as a struggle about possession of women's bodies, whereby their bodies become a site of reproduction and opposition to these norms. Herein lies a duality of roles: women are situated in a dual space between family and society. The former expects them to continue with traditional family roles, while the latter presses them to assume more modern roles in the public sphere. It is this identity conflict that arises out of the patriarchal and post-colonial pressures which leads to deeper identity tensions. From Foucault's 1978 perspective, this can be understood as thus, a sort of pulling between the subject and the social order whereby the female subject is multiplied since she has internalized the social norms, and at the same time she is trying to emancipate herself from expected standards. This leads to an endless pull between the self and social order.Identity and embodiment reconstruction in positive outcomes from a place of change: women get their identity and independently make reconstructions against the confining discourses. While Butler (2011) and Foucault (1978) recognize that women's bodies are used as arenas to duplicate social norms, they equally emphasize these can also turn into spaces of resistance and redefinition of identities. It is this resistive force that further develops the cuerpo in reformulating their bodies and identities anew, free from such discourses. This process also leads to the development of resistance against dominant discourses. In this case, women support an additional view of independence and find new ways towards progress and autonomy by refusing and challenging social and traditional norms. This kind of resistance will lead to bodily autonomy and control whereby, through challenging and rebelling against the patriarchal structures of power, women regain their bodies and behaviors and achieve economic and personal independence as a way of showing resistance to social order and institutional control.

An investigation on identity challenges Faced by Muslim women immigrants in Europe

Reyhanesadat Gerami; Younes Nourbakhsh; Rasoul Sadeghi

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 05 February 2025

https://doi.org/10.22059/jwdp.2025.379658.1008470

Abstract

introductionMuslim immigration to Europe is not new. However, the necessity for labor in European countries led to a significant expansion in the Muslim diaspora in these civilizations, as well as the growth of Islamic communities. In this sense, the flood of Muslim immigration to Europe paved the ground ... Read More introductionMuslim immigration to Europe is not new. However, the necessity for labor in European countries led to a significant expansion in the Muslim diaspora in these civilizations, as well as the growth of Islamic communities. In this sense, the flood of Muslim immigration to Europe paved the ground for the development of legal, social, and cultural challenges. In 2010, the Muslim population in Europe was estimated at 4,413,800. This figure is predicted to reach 58209000 million people by 2030. Currently, Muslims account for 6% of Europe's population. According to predictions, by 2030, Muslims will account for 8% of the European continent's population. (Noorbakhsh, 2019).Muslims in Europe, as a recognized minority, face numerous challenges in their everyday lives, with one of the most significant being the quest to maintain and define their Muslim identity in European contexts. Migration often takes them to environments vastly different from their countries of origin. Many Muslim minorities in the West come from predominantly Islamic societies and settle in secular, non-religious communities. This shift frequently causes them to reexamine and confront questions about their identity, which, before migration, may have seemed stable and unquestionable (Duderija & Rane).It is important to highlight that many challenging Islamic laws, such as the hijab, are observed more prominently by immigrant Muslim women than by men (Ali, 2006). In Western societies, these laws create challenges specific to Muslim women that do not typically affect men. Moreover, the distinction in gender roles becomes more evident for women, particularly through roles like motherhood and being a wife. These roles are culturally defined in ways that may differ significantly between Islamic and European societies, potentially leading to difficulties for Muslim immigrant women. Consequently, this study focuses on the issues related to the religious identity of Muslim immigrant women in Europe. The research specifically examines the challenges related to their religious identity, excluding other types of identity. Additionally, it explores the strategies employed by these women to deal with religious identity challenges.Finally, considering all the points discussed, the present study aims to specifically address the following questions regarding the religious identity challenges faced by Muslim immigrant women in Europe:What types of challenges related to their religious identity do Muslim women experience in European societies?How do Muslim women cope with these challenges? Or, more precisely, what strategies do they employ to confront these challenges?Numerous studies, adopting a holistic approach and conducted as meta-studies, have examined the condition of Muslim immigrants in Western societies. Topics such as experiences of discrimination—particularly workplace discrimination—encounters with Islamophobia, and the impacts of these experiences and challenges on the mental and physical health of Muslim immigrants have been key areas of focus in these meta-studies. Despite the significance of existing meta-studies, it appears that previous studies have paid less attention to the religious identity challenges faced by Muslim immigrant women. This gap highlights the need for comprehensive and holistic studies that specifically address the experiences of Muslim immigrant women concerning religious identity challenges and the strategies they employ to navigate them. In response to this need, the researcher in the present study has aimed to provide a broad and inclusive analysis. This study seeks to examine the religious identity challenges faced by Muslim immigrant women in Europe and the strategies they adopt to deal with these challenges.MethodologyThis study sought to assess research conducted over the past 14 years (2010–2023) on Muslim immigrant women in European countries through a qualitative meta-analysis approach. To identify relevant studies, keywords such as "Muslim women," "Muslim immigrants," "identity," "Europe," "the West," "identity challenges," "religious identity," and their combinations were used to search scientific databases, including Taylor and Francis, Springer, JSTOR, Elsevier, Sage, ResearchGate, and Google Scholar.Initially, all studies—including articles, treatises, dissertations, and books—on the topic of identity issues experienced by Muslim women in Europe were considered. The search began with the selection of 76 publications based on their titles within the time period chosen. Following a review of their abstracts to ensure their relevance to the core research issue, 38 papers were picked for the following phase. Finally, a thorough review of the content, including theoretical frameworks, methods, and findings, resulted in the selection of 24 qualitative studies for the meta-study.Thematic analysis was employed to evaluate the findings of the prior studies in order to conduct qualitative meta-analysis. Therefore, the findings of twenty-four selected qualitative studies were open-coded in accordance with the research's two main goals (identity challenges faced by Muslim women and strategies applied by them). The codes were then categorized again in the second stage, resulting in the formation of categories. The categories aligned with the primary research issues. In fact, a number of categories formed, one for the identification challenges experienced by Muslim women and another for the strategies applied by immigrant Muslim women to overcome these challenges. In the third stage, the collected categories were recategorized, and the primary themes were identified.FindingsThe results of the meta-synthesis highlight six important challenges to immigrant Muslim women's religious identity. These challenges include negative perceptions and mistreatment by host society, the imposition of a specific lifestyle on Muslim women, immigrant Muslim women's uneven path to advancement, surveillance and prejudice from their own community, tensions and differences between Islamic and European lifestyles, and the experience of double marginalization.Regarding the strategies adopted by immigrant Muslim women to deal with religious identity challenges, four main strategies were identified: personalizing their religious identity, adopting the discourse of "pure Islam," participating in and affiliating with Islamic centers, and embracing multidimensional and flexible identities.Conclusion and RecommendationsThis study demonstrates that Muslim migrant women in Europe experience mutual pressures from both the host society and their own community to define their identity. They attempt to cope with these challenges and achieve balance in their daily lives through applying a variety of strategies. The findings shed insight on the complexities of identity formation among Muslim women in Europe, emphasizing the necessity for increased attention to this topic.Finally, the study suggests that future research should look at the problem of double marginalization and how it affects Muslim migrant women and subsequent generations. Furthermore, it emphasizes concentrating on Muslim migrants' active agency and influence on host societies, since this can help to more effective policymaking for peaceful coexistence.

Mechanisms of Legitimizing Gender Power( Case study: Women of Eyvan City )

yarmohammad ghasemi; zahra rezaeinasab; فاطمه havas beigi; akhtar mahmoodi

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 16 February 2025

https://doi.org/10.22059/jwdp.2025.379633.1008473

Abstract

Introduction: The theory of gender and power states that gender inequality is a social construct that results from long-term processes of socialization and education. The gender system operates through a set of socially accepted rules and creates social ideas for how men and women should behave, and ... Read More Introduction: The theory of gender and power states that gender inequality is a social construct that results from long-term processes of socialization and education. The gender system operates through a set of socially accepted rules and creates social ideas for how men and women should behave, and this system is produced and reproduced through social interactions. In sparsely populated cities, custom plays a prominent role in life matters because mechanical correlation is abundantly observed in such places and it affects the norms, values and social relations between the two sexes. The aim of this research is to examine the mechanisms of legitimizing gender power from the perspective of women in the city of Eyvan.Methodology: The research paradigm is interpretive/constructive, the research approach is qualitative, and the research strategy is grounded theory. The field of study in this research includes married women of Eyvan city in 2022-2023. The sampling method is purposeful and 20 people were interviewed until theoretical saturation. In this research, semi-structured interviews were used to collect data. The questions were asked before the interview in the framework of the research and also the interviewer had the opportunity to ask new questions to the informants in the research during the interview and each interview lasted about 30 minutes. In addition, in order to reassure the informants for the confidentiality of the interviews, pseudonyms were used in the research process. The data format was in text format and open, axial and selective coding was used for data analysis. The method of observers was used to check the validity of the data, which means that two observers were asked to evaluate the process of extracting concepts, subcategories and main categories, and after their evaluation and comments, the validity of the coding process was finalized. Research findings: In this research, 233 concepts, 30 subcategories and 13 categories were extracted. According to the findings of the research, the women of Eyvan city legitimize men's power under a series of conditions, including causal conditions, which include religiosity, structural determinism, and gender socialization., which directly affect the phenomenon of legitimizing gender power. But almost the majority of women considered the Background conditions that include things such as Nature-centered, man-centered, and father-centered belief as the main factor in legitimizing men's power and claimed that social norms forced them to obey men and accepting gender roles. intervening conditions are among other conditions that directly affect the phenomenon (legitimization of gender power) and cause it to arise. The factors of legitimizing male power in this case include Scientific justification of sexual difference and legitimization of choice.To overcome the phenomenon of legitimizing gender power that results from underlying and intervening conditions, women use strategies that include: either surrendering to future consequences or engaging in rational politics. The strategy of surrendering to future consequences implies things such as inability to act, acceptance of the status quo, and feeling inferior. The women studied believed that their inability to make decisions caused them to leave the basic decisions in their lives to men, prefer their opinions over their own, and accept and tolerate the problems of marital life. However, sometimes women choose emotional reactions instead of passive reactions and claimed that they adopt a cold approach to men's indifference to their opinion about buying basic goods in all aspects of life, and even engage in aggressive behavior with their husbands, and sometimes adjust their behavior based on men's reactions. The rational policy strategy includes things like feeling happy, conditional response, and adopting a rational approach. The participants in the study claimed that buying basic goods by men makes them happy, and in fact, they consider its economic benefit, and they choose to react based on their family's economic situation, because its harm or benefit can cause significant harm to poor people, but for rich people, its results are not very influential in their lives. They also considered participation in such matters necessary, and they believed that they use reason and logic to convince men to consider themselves a part of their common life and achieve more desirable results. The actions and reactions that women take towards the phenomenon of legitimizing gender power have consequences, including: erosion of the family institution; reproduction of gender inequality and future consequences. The core category in this research is entitled "Coexistence of customary and religious discourse", which is based on the paradigmatic model of grounded theory, which includes causal conditions, phenomena, Background conditions, intervening conditions, actions and reactions, and consequences.Conclusion: In the city of Eyvan, where tradition is involved in determining gender roles, women legitimize men's power based on society's customs and agree to accept gender inequality, while religion also confirms social norms and women it forces men to obey because custom and religion are aligned and confirm each other, and in such a society, if we look at every dimension of life, especially the gender gaps that are observed, custom and religion are aligned. On the other hand, women follow these two dimensions in order to be approved by others. The results of this research can be effective in changing the perspective of politicians and planners of women's affairs, because women, as half of the people in the society who are agents of the education of generations, need to be called to the text and their dignity and status should be preserved. On the other hand, the media, which play a prominent role in the representation of genders, need to use their capacity in a better and more justified way to represent the role and status of women. The findings of this research showed that gender socialization originates from the beliefs of women, so the educational system in this regard has a serious task in developing the sense of self-confidence and self-esteem of girls who are the mothers of tomorrow, and the last word is to improve the structural conditions of society in order to reduce The inferiority of women and the elimination of gender gaps based on gender are necessary so that women get more opportunities to perform economic, cultural and social activities.

Work and Home: A Phenomenological Study of the Lived Experiences and Narratives of Employed Women on Domestic Work

Hamed Shiri; Yaghoub Ahmadi; Bahar Shariati; Leila Khodavirdi

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 01 March 2025

https://doi.org/10.22059/jwdp.2025.387216.1008501

Abstract

Work and Home: A Phenomenological Study of the Lived Experiences and Narratives of Employed Women on Domestic WorkIntroduction In contemporary societies, gender roles and societal expectations of women have undergone significant changes. One of the most notable transformations is the widespread entry ... Read More Work and Home: A Phenomenological Study of the Lived Experiences and Narratives of Employed Women on Domestic WorkIntroduction In contemporary societies, gender roles and societal expectations of women have undergone significant changes. One of the most notable transformations is the widespread entry of women into the labor market and the increase in their employment opportunities. Employed women, in addition to their professional responsibilities, still face traditional expectations of homemaking and family care. This issue gained prominence as a social problem with the publication of the book "The Second Shift" (Hochschild & Machung, 1989) which became a central topic in the sociology of family and gender. The Second Shift refers to the duties and responsibilities women face at home after completing their daily formal work. Research indicates that while the hours women spend on domestic work have decreased in recent years and men’s participation in household tasks - particularly childcare - has increased, women still perform more housework than men in most households, even in those where women earn equal or higher incomes than their spouses (Greenstein, 2000; Tichenor, 2005; Gupta, 2007; Schneider, 2011). In Iran, women have gradually transitioned out of their traditional role as homemakers and entered the labor market. While this transition may improve women’s economic status and quality of life through new opportunities, it also comes with additional responsibilities and challenges. Iranian women tend to carry more responsibility in managing household and family affairs compared to men. Even in families where both spouses are employed, women still dedicate more time to housework (Tabatabai & Mehri, 2019; Maqsudi & Bostan, 2004). The simultaneous performance of professional roles alongside traditional roles as mothers, wives, and homemakers creates challenges in achieving work-life balance and imposes psychological and physical pressures on women. Given these issues, this article aims to qualitatively examine the lived experiences of employed women in managing domestic work responsibilities and their related challenges in the city of Marivan (Kurdistan).Methodology This study adopts a qualitative approach with an interpretive phenomenological framework. The primary technique for data collection was in-depth interviews, combined with the researchers’ prior lived experience and observations. Sampling and sample size determination were carried out using common qualitative methodologies, employing both purposive (prior) sampling and theoretical (progressive) sampling techniques (Flick, 2009). The adequacy of the sample size was based on the principle of theoretical saturation, resulting in the selection of 15 employed women from the public and private sectors in Marivan. Data analysis was performed through interpretive phenomenology using thematic analysis techniques.Findings The findings of the study reveal that "housekeeping as an inescapable responsibility for women" remains a persistent social and cultural norm in society. Cultural pressures and the intergenerational transmission of domestic roles have prevented women, despite their participation in the workforce, from detaching from traditional housekeeping roles. Consequently, employed women inevitably experience a "dual identity" (employee–homemaker), placing them in a continuous cycle of conflicting responsibilities. Even women who have achieved financial independence or live in families with less traditional perspectives still feel that a home requires "feminine warmth" and "female management." The duality of work and home profoundly impacts women's time and energy, leading to significant emotional and psychological strains such as stress, feelings of inadequacy, and even resentment toward certain household duties. The study also highlights the role of cultural and social structures in reinforcing gendered roles. Patriarchal traditions in society continue to define housekeeping as a "natural duty of women." From childhood, men are taught that household tasks are the responsibility of women, leading many men to perceive participation in domestic chores as "beneath their dignity." These roles are reproduced within families and the broader culture, persisting widely even among newer generations. While employed women remain bound to domestic duties under the influence of patriarchal discourse, working outside the home represents a deliberate and autonomous act of resistance for many of them. Employment offers more than financial resources—it becomes a way to challenge structures that confine them to traditional domestic roles. Employment grants women economic independence, empowers them in family decision-making, and enables them to challenge their position as the "sole homemaker." Finally, the "emergence of progressive and egalitarian families" reflects a growing trend that challenges traditional perspectives and fosters a movement toward gender equality. This transformation promises cultures where cooperation and partnership replace traditional gendered divisions of labor, paving the way for more equitable societies. Discussion and Conclusion Achieving improvements in the conditions and status of employed women primarily requires creating a balance between work and life while advancing towards gender equality. This necessitates fundamental changes in cultural, social, and economic structures through gradual steps toward fostering a participatory and egalitarian culture. These changes must extend from micro levels (family and individual) to macro levels (policy-making and public cultural awareness). In the cultural domain, it is imperative to reassess traditional attitudes toward gender roles. Raising public awareness about the benefits of men’s participation in household responsibilities and promoting modern family models through mass media can be an effective step in this direction. In the social domain, there is a need to redefine familial roles and foster active collaboration and participation among family members. Consequently, providing educational opportunities for families, especially for men, regarding the importance of sharing household responsibilities can lead to positive changes. In the economic domain, policies must be designed to provide greater support to working women. Additionally, recognizing the economic value of domestic work and offering benefits and support for homemakers as part of the social workforce can elevate their status in society. The transition towards a participatory and egalitarian culture requires continuous and gradual efforts. Incremental steps such as implementing educational programs, reforming laws and policies, and identifying and encouraging successful models of egalitarian families can gradually undermine patriarchal structures and replace them with a culture of gender justice. These transformations can lead to societies where women and men have equal opportunities for growth, advancement, and a higher quality of life. Achieving such a goal will bring widespread benefits not only to women but to all members of society, as gender equality serves as a foundation for sustainable development and social justice.References Greenstein, T. N. (2000). Economic dependence, gender, and the division of labor in the home: A replication and extension. Journal of Marriage and Family, 62 (2), 322–335.Gupta S. A. (2007). Autonomy, Dependence, or Display? The Relationship between Married Women’s Earnings and Housework. Journal of Marriage and Family, 69(2):399–417Hochschild, A. R., & Machung, A. (1989). The Second Shift: Working Families and the Revolution at Home. New York, NY: Avon BooksMaqsudi, S., & Bostan, Z. (2004). A study of the challenges arising from the simultaneous roles of homemaking and social obligations among employed women in Kerman. *Women's Studies*, 2(5), 130-156 (In Persian)Schneider. D. (2011). Market Earnings and Household Work: New Tests of Gender Performance Theory. 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Overcoming Invisible Barriers: How Coaching Brings New Mothers Back to the Social and Entrepreneurial Stage

Zahra Ghiafeh Davoodi; Ehsan Chitsaz; Maryam Seyfikar Qomi

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 16 March 2025

https://doi.org/10.22059/jwdp.2025.384814.1008492

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IntroductionWomen’s participation in various social and economic spheres stands as a critical driver of both family well-being and broader societal development. Traditionally, however, many cultural norms have framed women’s roles in starkly dichotomous terms—either they are expected ... Read More IntroductionWomen’s participation in various social and economic spheres stands as a critical driver of both family well-being and broader societal development. Traditionally, however, many cultural norms have framed women’s roles in starkly dichotomous terms—either they are expected to be fully devoted to motherhood, or they are to remain continuously active in professional fields. In practice, many new mothers wish to integrate these two roles, aspiring to return to professional or social activities without compromising the well-being of their young children. Yet, they often encounter multiple hurdles, including rigid societal expectations, internalized limiting beliefs, and lack of supportive infrastructures.In response to such challenges, coaching—particularly cognitive-behavioral coaching—has emerged as a promising intervention. Cognitive-behavioral approaches aim to identify, examine, and restructure the limiting thought patterns that impede individual growth, thereby bolstering self-efficacy and confidence. Within this framework, the “Trust Yourself” coaching model offers structured guidance to help new mothers navigate the psychological barriers that frequently undermine their re-entry into social engagement and entrepreneurship. By encouraging participants to reframe negative assumptions, recognize their strengths, and tap into existing support networks, this approach provides practical tools for renewed participation in community and professional arenas.MethodologyThis research employed a quasi-experimental design to investigate whether cognitive-behavioral coaching could reduce limiting beliefs and enhance both social and entrepreneurial engagement among new mothers. The study population comprised mothers with children under the age of three—an interval often associated with heightened challenges related to childcare, work-family balance, and perceptions of social expectations.A targeted recruitment call was circulated within online communities for mothers, and interested individuals completed a screening questionnaire to confirm eligibility. A total of 32 participants met the criteria, having stepped away from regular social and professional activities since giving birth. They were then randomly assigned to two groups: an experimental group (21 mothers) receiving the “Trust Yourself” coaching intervention, and a control group (11 mothers) receiving only a single introductory session with no subsequent follow-up.• Coaching Intervention (Experimental Group):Over two months, participants in the experimental group attended eight structured virtual coaching sessions grounded in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). The sessions focused on helping mothers identify specific limiting beliefs (e.g., “I am no longer capable of running a business now that I have a child”), examine the evidence for and against these beliefs, and replace them with more constructive thought patterns that affirm both their desire and capacity to engage socially and entrepreneurially. The format included group discussions, one-on-one reflections, and goal-setting exercises tied to participants’ personal and professional aspirations.• Control Group:Mothers in the control group took part in a brief, introductory session that broadly covered the idea of coaching but did not involve cognitive-behavioral techniques or ongoing support. This group served as a baseline to assess the efficacy of the coaching program received by the experimental group.To measure changes in social and entrepreneurial engagement, all participants completed pre- and post-intervention questionnaires. These covered facets such as willingness to participate in community events, inclination to launch new businesses, the degree of perceived support from friends and family, as well as specific limiting beliefs identified by the participants themselves.Quantitative analyses employed both parametric and non-parametric tests—depending on the distribution of the data—to determine whether statistically significant shifts occurred between the initial baseline and the conclusion of the program. Key tests included the Wilcoxon signed-rank test for examining matched pairs of data (especially for limiting beliefs) and t-tests for assessing mean differences in entrepreneurial engagement indicators.FindingsOne of the clearest outcomes was a marked decrease in the intensity of limiting beliefs among mothers in the experimental group. Participants who initially voiced strong doubts about balancing childcare with business pursuits or civic involvement reported a shift toward more positive, empowered perspectives. While the control group showed minimal change in their self-reported limiting beliefs, the experimental group demonstrated a statistically significant reduction. This finding underscores the role of cognitive-behavioral tools in helping mothers revise negative internal dialogues and build confidence.Coaching also led to notable growth in various forms of social engagement. Before the intervention, many participants felt apprehensive about re-entering public or community activities, citing fears of judgment or logistical complications (e.g., managing a child while attending events). By the end of the coaching sessions, however, mothers expressed heightened motivation to volunteer, join community groups, or engage in social projects—ranging from cultural and charitable endeavors to neighborhood improvement committees. This shift highlights how reappraising internal narratives can empower individuals to overcome cultural stigmas and logistical concerns.The study revealed a robust uptick in entrepreneurial intentions and, in some cases, tangible entrepreneurial actions among the experimental group. Mothers who initially felt ill-equipped to launch a business after childbirth started identifying new opportunities, seeking resources, and brainstorming start-up concepts. Some participants reported making tangible progress—such as drafting business plans or networking with potential partners. By contrast, the control group showed little movement in entrepreneurial behavior, suggesting that structured coaching significantly contributed to entrepreneurial re-engagement.ConclusionThis quasi-experimental study affirms the potential of cognitive-behavioral coaching to break through the “invisible barriers” that impede the return of new mothers to social and professional domains. Through structured interventions that uncover and reframe limiting beliefs, mothers gained the confidence and clarity necessary to re-engage with their communities and explore entrepreneurial opportunities. The significant decline in negative mental frameworks within the experimental group is especially notable, highlighting the capacity of coaching to catalyze both attitude shifts and tangible behavior change.Crucially, these findings emphasize the importance of providing new mothers with resources and strategies that honor their dual roles—caregiver and active societal member. While cultural and family expectations can be deeply ingrained, targeted coaching initiatives provide valuable scaffolding that allows women to merge family responsibilities with professional and community objectives. By cultivating confidence, offering skill-building exercises, and establishing a supportive peer network, coaching can pave the way for broader inclusion of mothers in social and economic spheres.The implications extend beyond individual well-being, suggesting that policy-makers, healthcare providers, and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) consider integrating coaching programs into existing maternal support services. By doing so, they can facilitate longer-term benefits, including stronger local communities and a more diverse pool of entrepreneurial ventures. Although the present study offers compelling insights, additional research may focus on larger sample sizes, varied cultural contexts, and long-term tracking of outcomes to confirm the durability of the observed improvements.

Structural Analysis of Women's Electronic Life-Style and its Effect on Advertising Acceptance and Intention to Buy Online

Sara Mohammadi; Eslam Fakher; Ali Mehrabi; Khadijeh Safikhani Nasimzadeh

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 20 April 2025

https://doi.org/10.22059/jwdp.2025.386622.1008499

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IntroductionToday, the development of the Internet is associated with the electronic lifestyle. Knowing the style and lifestyle of people is essential in providing appropriate services to their various departments. Therefore, it seems that according to the technological developments and the use of new ... Read More IntroductionToday, the development of the Internet is associated with the electronic lifestyle. Knowing the style and lifestyle of people is essential in providing appropriate services to their various departments. Therefore, it seems that according to the technological developments and the use of new technologies, people's electronic lifestyle is a tool for marketing and designing services based on information and communication technology. The purpose of this study is to investigate the effect of electronic life-style on the acceptance of advertisements and intention to buy online among women in Ahvaz city. Therefore, in terms of its nature and purpose, this study is an applied research, and in terms of the method of data collection or research design, it is a quantitative and descriptive-correlational research. MethodologyThe statistical population of the study includes all the women citizens of Ahvaz who have experience of online shopping, due to the difficulty and lack of access to all of them using the available non-random sampling method and according to the Cochran's sampling formula, 384 people were selected as the sample. Data collection was in the section of theoretical foundations and research background of the library method (review of books, international scientific articles and valid scientific databases and taking notes) and standard questionnaires with validity and reliability were used to measure research variables. Thus, The data on electronic life-style were collected using the standardized Yu questionnaire (2011), for acceptance of advertisements, Liu et al, questionnaire (2019), and Kim et al, questionnaire (2007) have been used to measure intention to buy online. The items are scored on a 5‑point Likert scale ranging from 1 (very low) to 5 (very much) based on one’s own opinions and feelings. To confirm the face and content validity, the questionnaires were reviewed and approved by 6 Organizational Behavior & Human Resource Management specialists of faculty member of Shahid Chamran University of Ahvaz. To assay the reliability of the questionnaires, we used Cronbach’s alpha method. The amount of reliance ratio was calculated for the variables Electronic life-style, Acceptance of advertisements, & Intention to buy online as 0.93, 0.81 & 0.88 respectively applying Cronbach’s alpha method. In addition, nonparametric tests were used to assess the correlations between variables as the Kolmogorov–Smirnov test indicated the abnormal distribution of variables scores. In all the statistical analyses, p value of 0.05 or less was considered significant.Data analysis was performed in SPSS software version 22 (IBM Corporation, USA) using the descriptive statistics (Mean, SD) and Spearman correlation coefficient and SmartPLS software (version 3), using the structural equation modeling.ResultsAccording to the findings, the mean (SD) electronic life styles was 3.40 (0.58), the mean (SD) acceptance of advertisements and intention to buy online scores was 3.3 (0.62), & 3.9 (0.89). The results show that the electronic life style of women in Ahvaz is above average, As a result, the acceptance of advertisements and then their intention to buy online is also relatively high. This means that the desire of women in Ahvaz to use technology in their lives and meet their needs is relatively high. Spearman correlation coefficient showed that there was a meaningful relationship between electronic lifestyle, advertising acceptance and intention to online shopping (p<0.001). Electronic lifestyle had a positive significant correlation with advertising acceptance (r= 0.475), and intention to online shopping (r= 0.62). Advertising acceptance had a significant positive correlation with intention to online shopping (r=0.453).After confirming the correlation, causal relationships of variables can be measured by modeling structural equation methods. In order to fit of measurement model, were used three indicators; reliability (Composite Reliability and Cronbach's alpha), Convergent Validity (AVE), and Divergent Validity. According to AVE (Average Variance Extracted) values (more than 0.50), and composite reliability and Cronbach's alpha values (more than 0.70), the fit of the model were confirmed. Also, the Fornell-Larcker test (1981) has been used for divergent validity. The Fornell-Larcker factor show that a load of each factor for each constructs on the main diameter (Square AVE) is greater than that a load of that factor for other structures. Thus, results was confirmed the divergent validity of the model. Also, to evaluate the fitting of the structural model (path analysis), have been used coefficients R2 and . The overall fit of the model is illustrated by the positive Goodness of Fit (GOF) Index. According to the positive Index and value of 0.445 for GOF, the suitable fit of the model was supported. The R2 coefficient expresses the degree of influence of the dependent variable from the independent variable.ConclusionThis study aimed to investigate women's electronic lifestyle and its impact on the acceptance of advertising and intention to purchase online among women in Ahvaz. According to the obtained results, the need-driven e-lifestyle was the dominant e-lifestyle of women in Ahvaz. Also, the results of the data analysis showed that the types of electronic life styles have a significant effect on the intention to buy online (except for sociable life style and the emergency-oriented life style). The obtained results indicate that women have a high interest and motivation to participate in electronic activities, search and pay attention to advertisements and online shopping behaviors, which has led to the formation and strengthening of their electronic lifestyle. Among electronic lifestyles, the novelty-driven and interest-driven e-life style has the greatest impact on women's online shopping intentions. This shows that most women's online shopping is based on their interest or desire for new and innovative phenomena. Also, the effect of electronic life style on the acceptance of advertisements, were confirmed significantly. In this way, the need-driven e-lifestyle had the greatest effect on the acceptance of advertisements. This means that in accepting advertisements, the most use of online shopping by women is based on their own or family needs. The effect of acceptance of advertisements on the intention to buy online were confirmed significantly. That is, advertising plays an important role in the formation of the intention to buy online. Advertisements, especially in virtual space and through media and social networks, attract customers and consumers and stimulate their buying behavior. Despite this, the mediating role of advertising acceptance in the effect of electronic lifestyle on intention to online shopping was positive but non-significant and was not confirmed. This result shows that the electronic lifestyle without intermediaries has enough strength and intensity to influence the intention to buy online.Therefore, it can be concluded that women who use new technologies and are accustomed to an electronic lifestyle are less likely to avoid accepting advertisements and, as a result, are more inclined to shop online. Creative advertisements that are tailored to the audience's electronic lifestyle can lead to a significant increase in conversion rates and sales.

Strategies of Cooperative Companies in Eliminating the Disadvantage of Female Heads of Households with a Futures Research Approach

behrouz sadeghi amroabadi; amir montazerhojat; sajjad bahmani; ahmad salahmansesh; Faezeh Amraii

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript, Available Online from 11 May 2025

https://doi.org/10.22059/jwdp.2025.387075.1008500

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The contribution of cooperation in removing the deprivation of female heads of the household with a future research approachAbstract IntroductionTaking advantage of endogenous capacities such as cooperatives, which are able to increase the capacity of men and women heads of households, as an important ... Read More The contribution of cooperation in removing the deprivation of female heads of the household with a future research approachAbstract IntroductionTaking advantage of endogenous capacities such as cooperatives, which are able to increase the capacity of men and women heads of households, as an important part of deprivation in Khuzestan province, through sharing efforts, has long been parallel and as a helper of the government. In the field of deprivation removal and poverty reduction, it has been the attention of planners and policy makers. Therefore, considering that currently, in line with the general policies of social security, there is a serious effort among the executive bodies in creating employment and eliminating unemployment and moving towards justice-centered and deprivation removal, it is necessary to use the potential capacities of the cooperative sector. In order to achieve fair economic growth, he used it appropriately. One of the approaches to achieve this goal is the development of cooperative companies in the path of deprivation. Taking advantage of endogenous capacities such as cooperatives, which are able to increase the capacity of men and women who are heads of households as an important part of deprivation in Khuzestan province through sharing efforts, has long been parallel and as a helper of the government. In the field of deprivation removal and poverty reduction, it has been the attention of planners and policy makers; As Birchall (1997) considers cooperatives as one of the most important non-governmental organizations, their success and benefits in poverty reduction programs are realized through members' self-help and their special privileges; Also, ILO emphasized the promotion of cooperatives and their role in reducing poverty. Based on this, the present research aims to identify the key drivers and existing uncertainties, and investigate the possible scenarios in the path of the transformation of cooperative companies for the elimination of women's deprivation in the coming years. Based on this, in line with the issues raised, the main question of this research is: What are the most important strategies for the development of cooperative companies in the path of depriving female heads of households in Khuzestan province?MethodologyIn this research, according to the research topic, a combined method was used. At first, based on library studies, the factors affecting the exclusion of female guardians from the path of cooperatives were collected, and then it was completed by asking experts. This study was carried out with the future research approach and scenario creation method using scenario wizard software. The interviewers and experts of the study were 40 economic, social and executive and university management experts as well as managers of women's cooperative companies in Khuzestan province in 1403. The interview with the experts continues until it reaches the degree of saturation and the conversations and factors are repeated. Then, after collecting the questionnaires, Mic Mac software was used to extract the main factors influencing the disenfranchisement of women with cooperatives. The results obtained from the analysis of the matrix and how the variables are distributed in the diagram (around the diameter) indicate that the factors have a large and scattered effect on each other and therefore the system is unstable. On the other hand, the matrix is based on statistical indicators with 2 The rotation load and 96% of filling have 100% desirability and optimization, which shows the high validity of the matrix and its answers Cooperation, educational and insurance infrastructures, ethnic culture, education level, macroeconomic situation) were placed as strategic variables in the first area of the scatter map. Then, in order to create a scenario, expert experts were asked for their opinions at this stage, and by summarizing them, 12 possible situations were defined for the above 5 key factors. The considered situations for each factor were similar to other factors and covered a range of unfavorable to favorable situations. After determining the key variables, different predictable states for the future of these key variables are determined. The considered situations for each factor were similar to other factors and covered a range of unfavorable to favorable situations.DiscussionThe results of this study, using a futures research method, provide a comprehensive picture of the potential future of cooperatives in eliminating the deprivation of women heads of households in Khuzestan Province. The scenarios derived from the opinions of experts show that the success of this strategy is closely related to several factors. Based on the existing scenarios, the desirable scenarios focus on the important role of comprehensive support for the cooperative sector at the macroeconomic level and emphasize the expansion of support infrastructure (education, insurance, tax and legal facilities), women's empowerment by increasing the level of education and access to technology, and improving macroeconomic conditions (economic growth increases, inflation decreases, and sanctions are lifted). In contrast, the critical scenario indicates the risks arising from ignoring these factors and the spread of cultural and economic barriers. The static scenario also points out that maintaining the status quo, without making fundamental changes in infrastructure and approaches, cannot lead to a significant improvement in the situation of women heads of households. Thus, advancing a proactive and forward-looking strategy, targeting key elements identified in the desired scenarios, is essential to achieving development goals at this stage. Overall, the present study shows that the development of cooperatives can play an important role in alleviating the deprivation of female heads of households, but this requires comprehensive planning and attention to multiple factors. Support from the government and relevant institutions for the cooperative sector, improving support infrastructure, empowering women through education and facilitating access to technology, and improving macroeconomic conditions are all key factors that should be considered in policymaking.Conclusion:The results of the study show that comprehensive support for the cooperative sector in the macroeconomic and the opinion of the authorities, strengthening and supporting cooperatives through infrastructure, supporting a development-oriented culture, increasing the efficiency of women's cooperatives, and improving the development of macroeconomic conditions are among the most important strategies for the cooperative sector in the path of eliminating the deprivation of female heads of households in Iran. These results are consistent with the studies of Thorp et al. (2005), Kwapong & Hanisch (2013), and Abbaskhah et al. (2021). In other words, consistent with previous theories and studies, this study shows that the most important features of the scenarios in this study are strengthening attention to the cooperative sector in the economy and the opinion of the authorities, increasing support through educational infrastructure and the presence of women, paying attention to cultural issues appropriate to development in the field of women's work, and improving the level of women's education.For future studies, it is suggested that, using statistical data and time series or panel econometric methods, the status of women's cooperatives and its relationship with welfare and economic indicators at the provincial level or in developing countries be examined.Key words: cooperation, poverty, Deprivation, women, Futurology

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