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• Ethiopian Journal of Gender Research (EJGR)

  Vol. 1 (2019)

• Ethiopian Journal of Gender Research (EJGR)

  Vol. 2 (2020)

  Preface

  Gender issues are intricately connected to various domains, including natural, social, cultural, economic, anthropological, developmental, agricultural, entrepreneurial, legal, political, and historical concerns. In the field of gender studies, as in many other transdisciplinary and multidisciplinary fields, there is a continuous interplay between established research methods and different areas of study. This journal, therefore, welcomes articles from diverse fields that are directly or indirectly related to gender issues. The articles featured in this issue cover several of these areas.

  The first article, entitled “Determinants of Rural Women Performance in Entrepreneurial Activity: A Study on Rural Women Entrepreneurs in Tigray National Regional State, Ethiopia,” identifies the progress, successes, challenges, and potential solutions encountered by rural women entrepreneurs. The role of cultural institutions like Equb and other interpersonal support systems in women's empowerment is thoroughly discussed. The second article, “The Protection of Internally Displaced Women in Mekelle, National Regional State of Tigray, Ethiopia,” addresses a critical issue in Tigray. It has been almost four years since political turmoil and widespread ethnic conflict disrupted the lives of millions in Ethiopia. This article explores the multifaceted hardships faced by displaced women from different parts of the country, mainly from the Amhara Regional State, over the past three years. It examines their economic, social, medical, familial, and administrative marginalization while living in Mekelle Refugee Camps.

  The third article, titled “The Practice, Community Perception and Effect of Female Genital Mutilation on Women Household Leaders in Hintallo Wajrat District,” finds that female genital mutilation (FGM), a harmful cultural practice, is still prevalent, as it is deeply rooted in cultural norms. The research highlights the causes of FGM and suggests potential solutions. The fourth article, “Multidisciplinary Forensic Interview with Alleged Child Sexual Abuse and Its Challenges in Selected Units in Addis Ababa,” discusses the challenges faced during forensic interviews of sexually abused children. These challenges include misunderstandings about the roles of different professionals in the interview process, role conflicts, lack of cooperation, duplication of interviews, the absence of regulatory laws, and an insufficient number of social workers.

  The fifth article, “An Assessment of Economic Implications of Traditional Alcohol Business: A Case of Women Entrepreneurs in Mekelle City, Tigray, Ethiopia,” examines the numerous infrastructural, financial, and institutional challenges faced by women Siwa (traditional beer) vendors. The study finds that a lack of government support and the absence of policies and regulations have negatively affected their businesses. It also reveals that most women vendors can only secure their daily livelihoods to a limited extent and are unable to improve their standard of living.

  Gebreyesus Teklu Bahta  
  Chief Editor