Degree Year
2015
Document Type
Thesis - Open Access
Degree Name
Bachelor of Arts
Department
Latin American Studies
Advisor(s)
Kristina Mani
Committee Member(s)
Steven Volk
Claire Solomon
Keywords
NGOs, Womens rights, Nicaragua
Abstract
This research examines the funding practices of international non-governmental organizations supporting grassroots women's groups in Nicaragua. Specifically, it explores the disconnect between the theoretical ideals and organizational practices of foreign donor agencies and the "on the ground" perspectives of grassroots women's organizations regarding the best use of international development resources in promoting women's rights and empowerment in Nicaragua. This thesis investigates why this discrepancy exists and what can be done to reconcile the divide. The suggestions put forth in this work are rooted in the ideas of people in the field, specifically interviews with leaders from both international and local organizations about the relationship between the two kinds of organizations. The thesis is divided into five chapters covering a brief history of Nicaragua, Nicaraguan women's movements, the role of NGOs, key ideas from the interviews, and final conclusions.
Repository Citation
Phelps, Alyssa Katherine, "Partnerships and Mandates: Power Relations Between Donor and Recipient Organizations Promoting Gender Equality in Nicaragua" (2015). Honors Papers. 268.
https://digitalcommons.oberlin.edu/honors/268
