Empowerment In Threads

Author : Emily M
Publisher : Independently Published
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.21/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Empowerment in Threads written by Emily M and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-03-09 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dive into the vibrant and transformative world of women's fashion with "Empowerment in Threads: Navigating Women's Fashion with Confidence and Health," a compelling exploration that intertwines the threads of personal freedom, societal change, and the celebration of femininity through clothing. This groundbreaking book offers a fresh perspective on fashion as a powerful tool for self-expression, empowerment, and body positivity. Through insightful chapters, "Empowerment in Threads" peels back the layers of fashion's impact, from the revolutionary symbolism of mini skirts and the liberating choice of going braless or commando, to the elegance of sheer clothing and the practical comfort of G-strings versus the discomfort of safety shorts. Each garment is revealed not just as a piece of fabric, but as a statement of resistance, an assertion of identity, and a celebration of the female form in all its diversity. Beyond the aesthetic and cultural significance of these fashion choices, the book delves into the health considerations and psychological benefits that come with embracing one's personal style. It challenges conventional norms and invites readers to reconsider the role of clothing in shaping self-perception and societal attitudes towards femininity and body image. "Empowerment in Threads" is more than a fashion book; it is a call to action for women to dress for themselves, to make choices that resonate with their values and well-being, and to reclaim their bodies from the gaze of others. It encourages a balanced approach to fashion, where beauty and health coexist, and where the Body Mass Index (BMI) is considered alongside the joy of self-expression. Whether you're a fashion enthusiast, a feminist, or anyone interested in the crossroads of culture, identity, and health, "Empowerment in Threads" offers a compelling narrative that will inspire you to view your wardrobe as a canvas of empowerment. Embrace your individuality, celebrate your body with confidence, and navigate the world of women's fashion with an enlightened perspective. Welcome to a journey of empowerment, one outfit at a time.

Author : David M. Fetterman
Publisher : SAGE
ISBN 13 : 9780761900252
Total Pages : 428 pages
Book Rating : 4.5X/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Empowerment Evaluation written by David M. Fetterman and published by SAGE. This book was released on 1996 with total page 428 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This outstanding group of evaluators from academia, government, nonprofits, and foundations explores empowerment evaluation, a method for using evaluation concepts, techniques, and findings to foster improvement and self-determination. Empowerment Evaluation begins with an in-depth examination of this type of evaluation as it has been adopted in academic and foundation settings. The book then focuses on the various contexts in which empowerment evaluation is conducted, ranging from resistant environments (in which significant effort is required to move from passive-compliance orientations) to responsive environments (that already have a tradition of self-determination and community organizing). Interesting highlights concerning the role empowerment evaluation has played in the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' substance abuse prevention programs are detailed throughout the book. The contributors also provide down-to-earth tools and technical assistance needed to conduct empowerment evaluation. This volume concludes with themes that emerge from the chapters and recommendations concerning next steps. This serves to strengthen the links between empowerment evaluation and community capacity building. empow

Author : Brian D. Christens
Publisher : Oxford University Press
ISBN 13 : 0190605596
Total Pages : 352 pages
Book Rating : 4.99/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Community Power and Empowerment written by Brian D. Christens and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2019-01-09 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Many people want to help bring about changes in their neighborhoods, workplaces, and communities. Leaders and scholars of change efforts are likewise eager for insights into what makes some organizations and coalitions capable of building and exercising power. Why are some groups successful in making changes in policies and systems and in sustaining their momentum over time, while others struggle or never really get off the ground? With Community Power and Empowerment, Brian D. Christens brings the most comprehensive analysis of empowerment theory yet conducted to bear on these questions, taking aim at many of the longstanding weaknesses and ambiguities of empowerment theory, research, and practice. For example, one major hindrance is that most notions of empowerment have not been coherently connected with community power. In addition, research has emphasized psychological aspects of empowerment over organizational processes, and has neglected community empowerment processes to an even greater extent. By linking empowerment and community power, Christens constructs a holistic framework for assessing and comparing community-driven change efforts. This book offers new guidance for inquiries into outcomes and impacts of empowerment processes on health and well-being, providing a resource for researchers, organizational leaders, practitioners, and anyone interested in collective action for change.

Author : David M. Fetterman
Publisher : SAGE
ISBN 13 : 9780803956698
Total Pages : 190 pages
Book Rating : 4.9X/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Foundations of Empowerment Evaluation written by David M. Fetterman and published by SAGE. This book was released on 2001 with total page 190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: " This timely addition to a new genre of evaluation methodology eschews the objectivity of an external evaluation in favor of internal value-driven assessments that advance the goal of self-improvement through self-determination. Fetterman offers down-to-earth, clearly written descriptions and explanations of an approach that reconciles the contingencies of organizational practice with the standards and principles of evaluation accountability. He adroitly bridges the gap between the subjectivity of self-evaluation and the objectivity of external evaluation by showing with case examples and detailed methods, forms, and narrative why empowerment evaluation extends the reach of standard evaluation practice." --Dennis Mithaug, Teacher's College, Columbia UniversityWhat is empowerment evaluation? When is it the most appropriate approach to use in an evaluation? How can it best be implemented? Aimed at demystifying empowerment evaluation, the book shows readers when to use this form of evaluation and how to more effectively use its three steps (developing a mission statement; taking stock by identifying and prioritizing the most significant program activities; and, charting a course for future strategies to accomplish program goals). Fetterman also illustrates the steps with four case examples, ranging from hospital to educational settings. In addition, he covers: how to use empowerment evaluation to meet the standards developed by the Joint Committee on Standards for Educational Evaluation; the caveats and concerns about the use of empowerment evaluation; the relationship between collaborative, participatory, stakeholder, and utilization-focused evaluation with empowermentevaluation; the role of the Internet in disseminating empowerment evaluation; and, an analysis of the strengths, weaknesses, and conditions of empowerment evaluation. This book will guide evaluators exploration of their roles

Author : Amy L. Frazer
Publisher : Walter Foster Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1633228851
Total Pages : 130 pages
Book Rating : 4.56/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Empowered Embroidery written by Amy L. Frazer and published by Walter Foster Publishing. This book was released on 2021-03-02 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With Art Makers: Empowered Embroidery, learn to sketch and stitch strong, recognizable women from all walks of life. Featuring sketching and illustration instructions, basic stitches, embroidery techniques, and 6 projects with portraits of famous women, this book is a must-have tool for hands-on artists and crafters. If you’re a beginning embroiderer, start with the basic stitches and embroidery instructions at the beginning of the book. Essential tools, warm-up exercises, tips for embroidering facial features and hair, and general information on embroidery will give you the know-how you need to get started. Then dive into sketching your favorite female cultural and historical icons: Frida Kahlo Eleanor Roosevelt Maya Angelou Harriet Tubman Ruth Bader Ginsburg Michelle Obama Once you’ve sketched your figures, follow along with the step-by-step embroidery projects as you learn to stitch the women featured in the book—and anyone else you admire! All of the projects are beautifully paired with large photos so that you can easily mimic the techniques at home while relaxing with your embroidery. The author is a professional illustrator, designer, and embroiderer uniquely suited to give instruction on this fun, trending embroidery technique. With her expert tips, you’re sure to enjoy learning a new hobby, or advancing your skills if you’re already familiar with embroidery. Art Makers: Empowered Embroidery makes it easy to sketch, stitch, and create your favorite female icons, from empowering women of today to icons of the past. The Art Makers series is designed for beginning artists and arts-and-crafts enthusiasts who are interested in experiencing fun hands-on mediums, including polymer clay and papier-mache.

Author : Amin Hirenbhai Navinbhai
Publisher : Archers & Elevators Publishing House
ISBN 13 : 8119653904
Total Pages : 126 pages
Book Rating : 4.04/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Empowering Weavers: Initiatives for Sustainable Handloom Growth written by Amin Hirenbhai Navinbhai and published by Archers & Elevators Publishing House. This book was released on with total page 126 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Shellie Hipsky
Publisher : Missing Piece Publishing
ISBN 13 : 9781513604244
Total Pages : 182 pages
Book Rating : 4.44/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Common Threads written by Shellie Hipsky and published by Missing Piece Publishing. This book was released on 2015 with total page 182 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you harnessing the power of collaboration with other women and the Law of Attraction to be your best, most empowered self? Dr. Shellie Hipsky captured the thoughts and life stories from the top 100 women on Empowering Women Radio in the Common Threads trilogy. Strategies for success can be found within these interviews with women from around the world who are manifesting lives they designed, often after experiencing hardship. Dr. Shellie Hipsky exemplifies the art of empowerment with points-of-view that span the globe from the United States to Africa and Asia. Empowerment is yours for the taking... go for it Authored by: "The Entrepreneur of the Year in Inspiration and Empowerment" Dr. Shellie Hipsky, President of Inspiring Lives International Common Threads: Empowerment Features: Iris Dankner, Nan Cohen, Heather Watkins, Nicole Mildren, Natalie Cerino Kovacic, Stephanie Barnhart, Lucinda Cross, Christine Marie Scott, Angel Tyree, Tarra Flores Sloan, Caryn Chow, Melanie LaPatin, Eva Sztupka-Kerschbaumer, Uraidah Hassani, Dr. Jeanine Blackburn, Haseena Patel, Stephanie Nickolich, Debbie Silverman, Cynthia Bazin, Debra Dion Krischke, Maggie Delany, Carol Evans, Dr. April Torrence, Dr. Mary Ann Rafoth, Hena Gul, Kemilembe Kanani, Pina De Rosa, Phyl Macomber

Author : Clare Hunter
Publisher : Abrams
ISBN 13 : 168335771X
Total Pages : 352 pages
Book Rating : 4.11/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Threads of Life written by Clare Hunter and published by Abrams. This book was released on 2019-10-15 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This globe-spanning history of sewing and embroidery, culture and protest, is “an astonishing feat . . . richly textured and moving” (The Sunday Times, UK). In 1970s Argentina, mothers marched in headscarves embroidered with the names of their “disappeared” children. In Tudor, England, when Mary, Queen of Scots, was under house arrest, her needlework carried her messages to the outside world. From the political propaganda of the Bayeux Tapestry, World War I soldiers coping with PTSD, and the maps sewn by schoolgirls in the New World, to the AIDS quilt, Hmong story clothes, and pink pussyhats, women and men have used the language of sewing to make their voices heard, even in the most desperate of circumstances. Threads of Life is a chronicle of identity, memory, power, and politics told through the stories of needlework. Clare Hunter, master of the craft, threads her own narrative as she takes us over centuries and across continents—from medieval France to contemporary Mexico and the United States, and from a POW camp in Singapore to a family attic in Scotland—to celebrate the universal beauty and power of sewing.

Author : women of the Empowering Women Alliance
Publisher : FriesenPress
ISBN 13 : 1039162452
Total Pages : 252 pages
Book Rating : 4.57/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Empowering Women With Words written by women of the Empowering Women Alliance and published by FriesenPress. This book was released on 2023-11-20 with total page 252 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The first of its series, Empowering Women With Words: Life-Changing Conversations will engage you with diverse stories, each brimming with insights, life lessons, and personal revelations. Fifteen women from different walks of life came together and inspired one another with their tales of courage, strength, resilience, perseverance, and faith. These women now share their powerful and relatable narratives, full of transformation and growth, for the benefit of women worldwide. Their vibrant, real-life stories appeal to modern women of all ages. Enjoy your discovery as each author takes you on an inspiring, surprising, encouraging, and ultimately empowering journey.

Author : Richard Scullion
Publisher : Routledge
ISBN 13 : 1134621043
Total Pages : 281 pages
Book Rating : 4.40/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Media, Political Participation and Empowerment written by Richard Scullion and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013-07-18 with total page 281 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Technological, cultural and economic forces are transforming political communication, posing challenges and opportunities for politicians and media organisations, while at the same time many governments and civil society express concerns about the extent and nature of political empowerment and civic engagement. This book offers an international perspective on current thinking and practice about civic and audience empowerment, focusing on the ways and means through which media can empower or dis-empower citizens as audiences. It features theoretical and empirical chapters that draw specific attention to a reappraisal of the theories, methods and issues that inform our understanding of citizens and audiences in contemporary politics. The authors address the following questions: How much and what sorts of civic and audience empowerment are most desirable, and how does this differ cross-nationally? How do citizens relate to private and public spaces? How do citizens function in online, networked, liminal and alternative spaces? How do audiences of ‘non-political’ media spaces relate their experiences to politics? How are political parties and movements utilising audiences as co-creators of political communication and what are the consequences for democracy? With examples from the UK, USA, Holland, France, Germany, The Middle East, South Africa and Mexico, this innovative volume will be of interest to students and scholars of political science, marketing, journalism, cultural studies, public relations, media and international relations.