A Kaleidoscope of Malaysian Indian Women's Lived Experiences: Gender-Ethnic Intersectionality and Cultural Socialisation

This book explores the socio-cultural experiences of Malaysian Indian women, covering issues such as gender inequality, poverty, and the involvement of women in performing arts, work, and inter-personal relationships. It highlights the multiple forms of subordination minority women experience, particularly Indian women, and speaks to the lives of minority groups of women in the Global South more broadly. It is beneficial to researchers, students, policy makers, and social activists working with minority women.

Format: Hardback
Length: 265 pages
Publication date: 23 October 2022
Publisher: Springer Verlag, Singapore

This comprehensive book delves into the rich tapestry of socio-cultural experiences of Malaysian Indian women, offering a comprehensive exploration of their lives and narratives. Providing a historical backdrop that traces the journey of Indian women migrating to Malaya, the authors delve into the intricate realities of contemporary Indian women who belong to this minority ethnic group in Malaysia. Through a gendered lens, they address a wide array of issues, including gender inequality, poverty, the empowerment of women in the performing arts, the workplace, inter-personal relationships, and the pursuit of well-being and happiness. Drawing upon substantial empirical data, the authors shed light on the multifaceted forms of subordination experienced by minority women, particularly Indian women, in society. This book fills a significant gap in the intersectional gender studies literature, specifically focusing on minority groups of women in Malaysia. At the same time, it highlights the intricate interplay of gender, ethnicity, and other social factors that shape the lives of these women. By examining the case of Indian women in Malaysia, this anthology contributes to and enriches the broader literature on the experiences of minority groups of women in the Global South. It serves as a valuable resource for researchers and students in the social sciences, particularly those interested in gender studies and minority studies. Moreover, it holds immense relevance for policy makers and social activists who work tirelessly to advocate for the rights and empowerment of minority women across the world.

Weight: 588g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9789811958755
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022