Afshar, H., Franks, M., Maynard, M. et al. (1 more author) (2002) Gender, ethnicity and empowerment in later life. Quality in Ageing, 3 (1). pp. 27-33. ISSN 1471-7794
Abstract
Studies of later life are increasingly emphasising its positive aspects as a time which is not necessarily linked to decline and dependency. Gender is also accepted as an important variable in the experience of advancing years. However, the significance of ethnicity is less often emphasised. Based on preliminary analyses from research with older women from a variety of ethnic backgrounds, this article focuses on what they identify as important in terms of living their later years. The article emphasises migration and cultural differences in perceptions of ageing. It concludes with a discussion of the meanings of empowerment.
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Item Type: | Article |
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Institution: | The University of York |
Academic Units: | The University of York > Faculty of Social Sciences (York) > Social Policy and Social Work (York) The University of York > Faculty of Social Sciences (York) > Politics (York) |
Depositing User: | York RAE Import |
Date Deposited: | 08 Jul 2009 16:30 |
Last Modified: | 08 Jul 2009 16:30 |
Status: | Published |
Publisher: | Pavilion Journals |
Open Archives Initiative ID (OAI ID): | oai:eprints.whiterose.ac.uk:7432 |