Abstract
This thesis examines the influence of guardianship policies and the administrative infrastructure on the well-being of widows' families in Egypt. Widows in Egypt encounter significant challenges in exercising their guardianship rights due to patriarchal norms, bureaucratic hurdles, inefficient systems, and limited access to information. These obstacles can negatively impact their children's well-being, as well as economic and social stability. Despite social media activism, calls for administrative reforms, and legislative debates, no changes have occurred. This study aims to conduct in-depth exploratory qualitative research to analyze the challenges and limitations of current guardianship policies and administrative systems affecting widows’ families in Egypt. Additionally, it seeks to pave the way for developing effective policy reforms.
School
School of Global Affairs and Public Policy
Department
Public Policy & Administration Department
Degree Name
MA in Public Administration
Graduation Date
Spring 6-30-2025
Submission Date
6-12-2025
First Advisor
Laila El Bardie
Committee Member 1
Laila El Bardie
Committee Member 2
M.E. Nevine El-Kabbaj
Committee Member 3
Rana Hendy
Extent
91p.
Document Type
Master's Thesis
Institutional Review Board (IRB) Approval
Approval has been obtained for this item
Recommended Citation
APA Citation
Maher, C.
(2025).Breaking Barriers Exploring Guardianship & Public Administration Challenges Facing Egyptian Widows [Master's Thesis, the American University in Cairo]. AUC Knowledge Fountain.
https://fount.aucegypt.edu/etds/2551
MLA Citation
Maher, Caroline. Breaking Barriers Exploring Guardianship & Public Administration Challenges Facing Egyptian Widows. 2025. American University in Cairo, Master's Thesis. AUC Knowledge Fountain.
https://fount.aucegypt.edu/etds/2551
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