Globalization and Women in Bangladesh: A Review of Socio-Economic and Cultural Impacts

Abstract

We live in an ‘age of globalization’. The impact of globalization has brought about positive as well as negative effects on almost every societal aspect in the present day world. Globalization affects developed and developing nations differently. It also affects different groups of people in different ways. Women clearly stand out among the distinct groups of society upon whom globalization’s impact has been most significant. In this paper an attempt has been made to present an overview of the socio-economic and cultural consequences of globalization on women in Bangladesh from various angles.

Keywords: Globalization, Women, Changing economy, Society, Culture.