Women’s Experiences with Microfinance in Urban Bangladesh: Results from a Qualitative Study

Authors

Nadine Shaanta Murshid, University of Buffalo, State University of New YorkFollow
Navine Murshid, Colgate University

Abstract

In this qualitative study, in-depth interviews with 30 microfinance participants were conducted in Dhaka, Bangladesh. This article explores the experiences of women participating in microfinance through the lens of what we call neoliberal patriarchy. Thematic analyses of the textual data obtained from “rich description” from women indicated that the experience of microfinance was both liberating and burdensome for them. While navigating their ways though microfinance, women also found that men’s domination over women extended beyond the household; for example, they experienced harassment on the streets and at their places of business. Implications for practice are discussed.

Recommended Citation

Murshid, Nadine Shaanta and Murshid, Navine (2018) "Women’s Experiences with Microfinance in Urban Bangladesh: Results from a Qualitative Study," The Journal of Sociology & Social Welfare: Vol. 45: Iss. 3, Article 7.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.15453/0191-5096.4218
Available at: https://scholarworks.wmich.edu/jssw/vol45/iss3/7