Poor Maternal Health

Why is giving birth sometimes more dangerous in developing countries? Why have fistulas become almost unknown in the western world? Why do women die in childbirth? Why does it seem easier to invest in vaccines for children?

Forced Prostitution

In chapter one, we read about Meena, a young woman in India who was forced into prostitution when she was 8 or 9 years old. She attempts to and escapes many times, only to be brought back to brothel. She had to initially leave her children there until she could rescue them. What keeps women dependent of the brothel owners? Why was Meena a success? What would you do if you were asked to go there and solve this problem?

In some countries, rape plays a role in shaping women’s lives. Why is rape so rarely reported?

Lack of Education

Educating girls has many benefits beyond the fact that a society needs educated individuals. List three barriers to a women’s education in the developing world and three benefits to educating women.