Saudi Cultural Missions Theses & Dissertations
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Item Restricted Barriers to The Participation of Women in Sports Leadership Roles: A Qualitative Design in Saudi Arabia(Loughborough University, 2024-09-17) Nahari, Shaden; Pullen, EmmaThis qualitative study investigates the barriers to women's participation in sports leadership roles in Saudi Arabia, focusing on the perceptions, beliefs, and lived experiences of women in leadership positions. Despite global progress in increasing opportunities for women in sports, their representation in leadership remains disproportionately low, particularly in Saudi Arabia. The study employs a social constructivist ontology, which acknowledges that the barriers to women's leadership are shaped by cultural, social, and individual factors. A qualitative design was chosen to explore these complex and nuanced experiences in depth. Five women currently or previously involved in sports leadership roles in Saudi Arabia were selected using purposive sampling. Data were gathered through semi-structured interviews, each lasting approximately 25 minutes. The interviews were transcribed verbatim and analysed using thematic analysis, which allowed for the identification and examination of key themes related to cultural, structural, and individual barriers to women's leadership. The study's findings highlight significant challenges, including work-family conflict, gender stereotypes, and the lack of mentorship and networking opportunities. These findings underscore the need for comprehensive policy reforms and targeted interventions to enhance gender diversity in Saudi sports leadership. The study provides valuable insights into the socio-cultural dynamics that limit women's leadership roles and offers recommendations for future research and policy development aimed at promoting gender equality in sports leadership.40 0Item Restricted Assessing Gender Equality in Political Participation: A Comparative Study of CEDAW Article 7 Implementation in Saudi Arabia and Tunisia(Washington University in Saint Louis, 2024) Bamuhair, Nusaybah; Waters, MelissaThis thesis explores the multifaceted concept of equality within the context of modern governance, examining its evolution, application, and impact across various systems and historical periods. It delves into the principle of equality as a cornerstone of justice and human rights, highlighting its complexities and the challenges of achieving absolute parity in wealth and opportunities. Through a comparative analysis, the thesis examines the Islamic perspective on equality, emphasizing its historical significance and practical application in promoting legal and social equity. The thesis further explores the Convention on the Elimination of all Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW), assessing the commitment and adherence of different states, with a focus on Saudi Arabia and Tunisia. It critically analyzes the progress and obstacles in these countries, offering insights into the broader challenges of enforcing international human rights instruments. A significant portion of the thesis is dedicated to examining political participation in the Arab world, with an emphasis on women's involvement in politics. It assesses the global and regional trajectories of women's political participation, identifying the unique challenges faced by women in Arab parliaments and the broader implications for gender equality and governance. The comparative study of the governmental systems of Saudi Arabia and Tunisia provides a nuanced understanding of their approaches to governance and women's rights. The thesis proposes a set of recommendations for Saudi Arabia, drawing lessons from Tunisia's successful journey to enhance political participation, gender parity.45 0Item Restricted The Impact of Vision 2030 on Women's Leadership Development.(Loughborough University, 2023-09-06) Alhubail, Hissah; Zhang, Ling EleanorThe main objective of this dissertation is to analyse Vision 2030's transformational impact on Saudi Arabian women's leadership development inside Saudi multinational enterprises (MNEs). The research focuses on the persistent challenges women encounter in leadership roles post-Vision 2030. Based on qualitative methods, the study employs in-depth interviews to explore the lived experiences of Saudi women. The findings indicate that Vision 2030 has played a significant role in pushing change, but it has not entirely removed the barriers to female leadership progress. Cultural norms and societal views persist as substantial barriers, indicating that legalization reforms alone cannot address gender equality issues in leadership. Additionally, the research identifies a notable discrepancy between MNE's strategies and Vision 2030 goals, most notably demonstrated in the gender quota systems, which may not necessarily contribute to women's leadership promotion. The dissertation also acknowledges its limitations, including the focus on the context of Saudi MNEs and the small sample size. The dissertation concludes by proposing a comprehensive strategy to overcome the difficulties. Gender equality goals outlined in Vision 2030 require more than policy implementation; they also require societal transformation and organizational restructuring. This study contributes valuable insights to the current body of literature by highlighting enduring gender inequalities in leadership positions, despite legislative advancements.35 0