Knowledge of Nursing Students toward Gender Equality for Women Empowerment As selected Sustainable Development Goal

Asnai Mehanny, Ebtsam Ali; Abdelhafez, Amal Ahmed; Abdelhameed, Mona Ahmed

doi:10.21608/msnj.2025.402570.1182

Knowledge of Nursing Students toward Gender Equality for Women Empowerment As selected Sustainable Development Goal

Document Type : Original articles

Authors

¹ B.Sc. Nursing

² Assistant Professor of Woman Health and Obstetrics Nursing, Faculty of Nursing –Minia University and lotus university

³ Assistant Professor of Woman Health and Obstetrics Nursing, Faculty of Nursing –Minia University

10.21608/msnj.2025.402570.1182

Abstract

Background: Gender equality and women’s empowerment are critical elements for achieving inclusive and equitable healthcare. As future healthcare professionals, nursing students must be equipped with sufficient knowledge in these areas to deliver patient-centered care and contribute effectively to global health equity. Aim: This study aimed to assess the knowledge of nursing students regarding gender equality and women’s empowerment as a selected Sustainable Development Goal (SDG). Research design: A descriptive research design was utilized. Setting: The study was conducted at the Faculty of Nursing, Minia University. Sample: The sample included all third-year nursing students (n = 955), of both genders, who had studied the “Women’s Health and Obstetrics” course. Tools of data collection: Two main tools were utilized: 1. A demographic data form. 2. The Sustainability Knowledge Questionnaire (SKQ). Results: The findings revealed that, (57.4%) of students have good level of total knowledge for women empowerment as selected sustainable development goal, followed by (35.1%) of them have fair level and finally, (7.5%) have poor level of knowledge for women empowerment as selected sustainable development goal. A statistically significant relationship was found between students’ socio-demographic characteristics and their level of knowledge—except for age (p = 0.083).Conclusion: The study concluded that while students generally recognize the importance of gender equality and women’s empowerment, gaps remain in their comprehensive understanding and ability to apply this knowledge in practice. Recommendations: It is recommended to organize ongoing educational workshops, seminars, and interactive discussions on gender-related topics within healthcare education to enhance awareness, critical thinking, and engagement among nursing students.

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