| ID | 171114 |
| Title Proper | Kinship structure and women |
| Other Title Information | evidence from economics |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Lowes, Sara |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | Economists are increasingly interested in understanding how culture shapes outcomes for women and the origins of these cultural practices. I review recent work in economics on how culture affects the well-being of women in developing countries, much of which is motivated by work in anthropology. I present evidence on the role of kinship structure, particularly matrilineal relative to patrilineal systems, for shaping women's preferences, exposure to domestic violence, and the health and education of children. Additionally, I discuss research on the effects of cultural practices, such as bride-price, and how the organization of production affects gender norms. Economists, with a careful focus on causal identification, contribute to the evidence that culture is an important determinant of outcomes for women. |
| `In' analytical Note | Daedalus Vol.149, No.1; Winter 2020: p.119-133 |
| Journal Source | Daedalus Vol: 149 No 1 |
| Key Words | Economics ; Women ; Domestic Violence ; Cultural Practices ; Kinship Structure |