Gender inequality in the global mental health research workforce: a research authorship scoping review and qualitative study in Nepal.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Although women's health is prioritised in global research, few studies have identified structural barriers and strategies to promote female leadership and gender equality in the global health research workforce, especially in low-income and middle-income countries.

Methods

We conducted a mixed-methods study to evaluate gender equality in the mental health research workforce in Nepal. The scoping review assessed gender disparities in authorship of journal publications for Nepal mental health research, using databases (PsycINFO, PubMed, Web of Science, NepJol, NepMed) for 5 years. Qualitative interviews were conducted with 22 Nepali researchers to identify structural barriers limiting women's leadership.

Results

Of 337 articles identified, 61% were by Nepal

SUBMITTER: Gurung D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8655556 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature