Considers the evolution of child spacing and fertility norms and practices amongst town dwellers in northern Ghana, e.g. town of Tamale. Based on biographies and group discussions, the author examines these practices from the point of view of both men and women and in the context of their ethnic...

Based on surveys of poor households in Thailand and Zambia carried out in 2000. Uses a sustainable livelihood approach to explore the livelihood problems experienced by these households during economic crisis and examines their survival strategies and coping mechanisms. Identifies types of...

ILO pub-WEP pub. Working paper on demographic behaviour in Kenya, with particular reference to the effect on fertility of (1) rural migration, (2) women's age at marriage, (3) children mortality, and (4) educational level - constitutes part of a WEP research project on population and employment....

Clearly says that in addition to the provision of family planning services, a comprehensive population policy must also consider the underlying determinants of the household demand for and supply of children. Programmes which ignore these factors risk allocating resources in an efficient and...

Examines the existing gap between the positions of female and male workers and opportunities open to women and men. Highlights the costs to society of inequality and suggests policies that could be adopted by governments and other measures to promote gender equality.

Based on survey of 1,115 women and on data from national household surveys conducted in 1980, 1985 and 1989.