In 2024 the IGDS celebrates 31 years since the establishment of the Centre for Gender and Development Studies in 1993. Since our inauguration we have been working to develop integrated, interdisciplinary programmes of gender studies within the University of the West Indies. We continue to produce and disseminate knowledge based on the generation and analysis of research data on women, men, and gender-related issues in the Caribbean. We strive to establish and maintain linkages with national, regional and international institutions concerned with Gender and Development."
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Find out about the variety of programmes and courses offered by the Institute for Gender and Development Studies
THE UWI GENDER POLICY: Promoting Gender Justice For All
Click HERE to read the Updated UWI Gender Policy (2024).
"The Policy is intended as a framework for creating and fostering an inclusive environment conducive to what The UWI has articulated as its Mission - advancing learning, creating knowledge and fostering innovation for the positive transformation of the Caribbean and the wider world. The University community we are now assured, is a much better place for all of us." - Professor Sir Hilary Beckles, Vice Chancellor, The University of the West Indies
Students with a Bachelor of Science degree (BSc) in Gender and Development, can pursue career opportunities in:
Gender and Economic Empowerment
Situation Analysis of Household Workers in Jamaica ILO/Jamaica Household Workers Association: for IL)/Jamaica Household Workers
Our 7 faculties and 12 professional schools offer more than 200 programmes to some 18,000 graduate, undergraduate and continuing studies students.
The UWI, Mona ranks first in Jamaica among accredited tertiary-level programmes. In 2012, the University was again one of Jamaica’s Top 100 Employers.
