Decision makers' attitude towards women and gender has a significant influence on development, especially after conflict. This book analyses the effects of gender-inclusive policies deployed by the Kurdistan Regional Government in the areas of politics, the economy and education on the region and its people.

Katherine Ranharter is a researcher at the University of Exeter, UK. Her research focuses on conflict, gender and reconciliation. She also has a special interest in the areas of migration and asylum, on which she has worked with various local and international organisations.