DVA4805
Assignment 2 2025
Detailed Solutions, References & Explanations
Unique number: 206112
Due Date: 11 June 2025
2 ESSAYS PROVIDED
POSTCOLONIALISM AND FEMINISM AS CRITICAL DISCOURSES IN THE GENDER
AND DEVELOPMENT DEBATE
1. INTRODUCTION
Postcolonialism and feminism are powerful theories that challenge traditional views of
development. They ask important questions about who development benefits and how it
affects women, especially in the Global South. Both theories help us understand the
deep-rooted problems in development planning, such as inequality, exclusion, and the
failure to include diverse voices—especially those of marginalised women. This essay
explains how postcolonial and feminist theories contribute to the gender and
development debate. It discusses how these theories challenge the mainstream
development agenda and how they propose better ways to think about women’s roles in
development.
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2 ESSAYS PROVIDED
POSTCOLONIALISM AND FEMINISM AS CRITICAL DISCOURSES IN THE
GENDER AND DEVELOPMENT DEBATE
1. INTRODUCTION
Postcolonialism and feminism are powerful theories that challenge traditional views
of development. They ask important questions about who development benefits and
how it affects women, especially in the Global South. Both theories help us
understand the deep-rooted problems in development planning, such as inequality,
exclusion, and the failure to include diverse voices—especially those of marginalised
women. This essay explains how postcolonial and feminist theories contribute to the
gender and development debate. It discusses how these theories challenge the
mainstream development agenda and how they propose better ways to think about
women’s roles in development.
2. UNDERSTANDING POSTCOLONIALISM AND FEMINISM
2.1 What is Postcolonialism?
Postcolonialism is a theory that examines the lasting impact of colonialism on
societies, economies, and ways of thinking. Even after colonisers left, many
countries in Africa, Asia, and Latin America were left with systems that favoured
Western ideas and power (Struckmann, 2018:12). Postcolonialism focuses on how
colonial ideas still shape the way development is planned and delivered today. For
example, many development programmes are still based on Western models and
ignore local cultures and knowledge.
2.2 What is Feminism in Development?
Feminism in development looks at how women are affected by poverty, inequality,
and policies. Feminist theory challenges the idea that development is neutral or that
it helps everyone equally. It shows that women are often left behind in development
plans, and that their roles are often reduced to motherhood or unpaid care work
(Akyeampong & Fofack, 2014:66). Different types of feminism have emerged—such
Disclaimer
Great care has been taken in the preparation of this document; however, the contents are provided "as is"
without any express or implied representations or warranties. The author accepts no responsibility or
liability for any actions taken based on the information contained within this document. This document is
intended solely for comparison, research, and reference purposes. Reproduction, resale, or transmission
of any part of this document, in any form or by any means, is strictly prohibited.
Assignment 2 2025
Detailed Solutions, References & Explanations
Unique number: 206112
Due Date: 11 June 2025
2 ESSAYS PROVIDED
POSTCOLONIALISM AND FEMINISM AS CRITICAL DISCOURSES IN THE GENDER
AND DEVELOPMENT DEBATE
1. INTRODUCTION
Postcolonialism and feminism are powerful theories that challenge traditional views of
development. They ask important questions about who development benefits and how it
affects women, especially in the Global South. Both theories help us understand the
deep-rooted problems in development planning, such as inequality, exclusion, and the
failure to include diverse voices—especially those of marginalised women. This essay
explains how postcolonial and feminist theories contribute to the gender and
development debate. It discusses how these theories challenge the mainstream
development agenda and how they propose better ways to think about women’s roles in
development.
Terms of use
By making use of this document you agree to:
Use this document as a guide for learning, comparison and reference purpose,
Terms of use
Not to duplicate, reproduce and/or misrepresent the contents of this document as your own work,
By making use of this document you agree to:
Use this document
Fully accept the consequences
solely as a guide forshould you plagiarise
learning, reference,or and
misuse this document.
comparison purposes,
Ensure originality of your own work, and fully accept the consequences should you plagiarise or misuse this document.
Comply with all relevant standards, guidelines, regulations, and legislation governing academic and written work.
Disclaimer
Great care has been taken in the preparation of this document; however, the contents are provided "as is" without any express or
implied representations or warranties. The author accepts no responsibility or liability for any actions taken based on the
information contained within this document. This document is intended solely for comparison, research, and reference purposes.
Reproduction, resale, or transmission of any part of this document, in any form or by any means, is strictly prohibited.
, +27 67 171 1739
2 ESSAYS PROVIDED
POSTCOLONIALISM AND FEMINISM AS CRITICAL DISCOURSES IN THE
GENDER AND DEVELOPMENT DEBATE
1. INTRODUCTION
Postcolonialism and feminism are powerful theories that challenge traditional views
of development. They ask important questions about who development benefits and
how it affects women, especially in the Global South. Both theories help us
understand the deep-rooted problems in development planning, such as inequality,
exclusion, and the failure to include diverse voices—especially those of marginalised
women. This essay explains how postcolonial and feminist theories contribute to the
gender and development debate. It discusses how these theories challenge the
mainstream development agenda and how they propose better ways to think about
women’s roles in development.
2. UNDERSTANDING POSTCOLONIALISM AND FEMINISM
2.1 What is Postcolonialism?
Postcolonialism is a theory that examines the lasting impact of colonialism on
societies, economies, and ways of thinking. Even after colonisers left, many
countries in Africa, Asia, and Latin America were left with systems that favoured
Western ideas and power (Struckmann, 2018:12). Postcolonialism focuses on how
colonial ideas still shape the way development is planned and delivered today. For
example, many development programmes are still based on Western models and
ignore local cultures and knowledge.
2.2 What is Feminism in Development?
Feminism in development looks at how women are affected by poverty, inequality,
and policies. Feminist theory challenges the idea that development is neutral or that
it helps everyone equally. It shows that women are often left behind in development
plans, and that their roles are often reduced to motherhood or unpaid care work
(Akyeampong & Fofack, 2014:66). Different types of feminism have emerged—such
Disclaimer
Great care has been taken in the preparation of this document; however, the contents are provided "as is"
without any express or implied representations or warranties. The author accepts no responsibility or
liability for any actions taken based on the information contained within this document. This document is
intended solely for comparison, research, and reference purposes. Reproduction, resale, or transmission
of any part of this document, in any form or by any means, is strictly prohibited.
