Feyza Bhatti

Girne American University Cyprus

Dr. Feyza Bhatti is a mixed-methods social science researcher with substantive experience and interest in gender studies, particularly focusing on understanding the gendered nature of workplaces, gender inequalities, and the social and work experiences of women, men, and marginalised groups in developing countries. After completing her BA and MS in Economics, she earned her Ph.D. in Sociology from the University of Edinburgh in Scotland. She is currently the Vice Dean of the Faculty of Business, Director of the Centre for Gender Studies, and Director of the Institute of Graduate Studies and Research at Girne American University, Cyprus.

4books edited

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Gender Economics and Gender Pay Gap - Trends and Explanations brings together studies on gender inequalities in the labour market with a specific focus on disparities in earnings. This comprehensive volume assembles scholarly research that explores the complexities of gender wage gaps, investigating their extent, causes and effects, as well as local efforts to enhance women's socio-economic status through economic activities. The book comprises nine insightful chapters that will appeal to those interested in empirical and practical advancements in the field of gender studies, particularly students, teachers, and researchers across disciplines, as well as professionals, employers, and practitioners working towards addressing gender inequalities worldwide.

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By Cinoj George and Feyza Bhatti

Hospitals all around the world are failing to keep up with demand due to an aging staff and a rising population. India has a severe shortage of nurses and the number of males entering the nursing profession has increased significantly over the last two decades, which shows that Indian men are eager to seek careers in nursing. Their experiences in the profession, however, has not received significant attention. This chapter aims at exploring the work experiences of male nurses in a profession in which workforce is predominantly female. A total of 45 participants from three major cities in Kerala were recruited for the study using a qualitative phenomenological approach. Semistructured face-to-face interviews were used to collect the data and thematic analysis were used. Four key themes were found. Male nurses had individual motivation to choose the profession, but over time, they have become discouraged and disillusioned with it. Male nurses were reticent to advocate nursing to other males because they saw no future in the profession. The study highlights the difficulties that male nurses encounter, and if these difficulties are not addressed, there may be a significant decline in the number of males choosing to pursue careers in nursing.

Part of the book: Masculinity Studies

Introductory Chapter: Contributions to Masculinity Studies

By Feyza Bhatti

Part of the book: Masculinity Studies

Introductory Chapter: Where the World Stands in Gender Equality?

By Feyza Bhatti

Part of the book: Gender Inequality

Introductory Chapter: Gender Wage Gaps – Extent and Causes

By Feyza Bhatti

Part of the book: Gender Economics and Gender Pay Gap