Girls and women in developing countries suffer multiple deprivations through the interacting effects of poverty and gender discrimination. This course aims to help students develop an understanding of the interactions between gender and development through a study of theoretical frameworks as well as a discussion of practical case studies. Students will compare different approaches to gender and development and will learn about various strategies for empowering women in developing countries - such as improving their access to credit, giving them cash transfers and increasing their political participation. By the end of the course, students should be able to critically analyze developmental policies and interventions through a gender lens.