In recent years, activities of nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) have drawn much attention as the roles of NOGs have become increasingly important in every sector of our society.
Despite sweeping changes in civil society, women's organizations hav...
In recent years, activities of nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) have drawn much attention as the roles of NOGs have become increasingly important in every sector of our society.
Despite sweeping changes in civil society, women's organizations have played relatively minimal roles. The importance and need for the expansion of their roles must be stressed to enhance women's status and rights.
It is crucial that we find and implement the right course for the development of these organizations, established by and for women, to address issues concerning them and the society. I believe the organizations' activities are linked directly to the development of women and will largely contribute to the community. This study is conducted under the awareness that the growth of the organizations is essential in both quality and scale.
Therefore, the ultimate objective of this study is to find ways to promote activities of local women's organizations, fully serve their functions, improve their status, and contribute to community development.
The introductory part talks about the objective, subject, scope and method of this study. The body part explains theoretical background of women's organizations including concept, characteristics and functions, and looks into organizations' development progress. It also suggests a model and analyzes current conditions of women's organizations in Jeonbuk Province. The concluding part talks about the research, planning, operation of Jeollabuk-do women's organizations, analysis of solidarity among the organizations, relations with local governments, and problems facing the organizations. The conclusion is drawn after discussions on measures to promote activities of local women's organizations.
The local organizations have long maintained mutually complementary relations with local governments. It is important that the organizations to be more responsive to changes demanded by the society, and continue efforts to increase their competitiveness. Each organization should pursue things that are common concerns of women such as gender equality, welfare, community participation and development. With secured independent domain and focus on activities promoting solidarity with other organizations, local women's organizations will serve as a firm foundation for regional development. Furthermore, local governments should understand the current situation of local women's organizations and provide policies to support them to achieve genuine women's development.