The Influence of Feminist Literature on Social Welfare Reforms and Gender Equity Policies
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Digital Feminism, Feminist Literature, Gender Equity, Policy Development, Social Welfare PolicyAbstract
A qualitative research design is used to understand how feminist literature can ensure social welfare reforms and gender equity polices in Bangladesh. The study employs the methodology of in-depth interviews (with 12 key informants, such as writers, activists, and policy specialists) and thematic analysis with the assistance of NVivo software to arrive at the conclusion that there are five key themes to consider: the role of feminist literature in shaping gender discourse, its indirect influence on the policymaking process creation, the marginalization of the voices of those on its peripheries, the emergence of digital feminist performance, and the institutional obstacles to integrating literature and policymaking. Results show that, although very little legislative change comes out of feminist texts, they have a powerful influence in shaping public consciousness and maintain an ideological core of reforms. Nevertheless, there is still a gap between literary activism and official policymaking, and it is intensified by elitism, institutional obstinacy, and lack of representation. The paper presents the consistent impact of inclusive literary practice, interdisciplinary work, and official acknowledgement of digital feminist stories to foster the connection between feminist rhetoric and gender-aware policy change in Bangladesh.
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