Social and Economic Problems Associated with Women’s Empowerment in Libyan Society: A Study on a Sample of Working Women in the Education Sector in Benghazi City

Abstract

This study aims to identify the most important social and economic problems associated with women’s empowerment in Libyan society, with a focus on the situation of women working in the education sector in the city of Benghazi. The study stems from the importance of women’s role in the development process and the challenges they face that hinder their effective participation in economic and social life.

The study adopted the descriptive–analytical method and was applied to a sample of women working in the education sector, including administrative employees and workers, in order to document their professional and social experiences and analyze the problems they encounter. A questionnaire was used as the main tool for data collection.

The results of the study showed that working women suffer from several social problems, most notably the occasional lack of family support and the multiple roles assigned to women between work and family responsibilities. In addition, there are cultural and social constraints that limit opportunities for women’s empowerment and career advancement. The study also revealed economic challenges such as low wages compared to the requirements of living, weak financial incentives, and limited opportunities for promotion and professional training, which negatively affect job and economic stability.

The study concluded with the need to strengthen policies supporting women in Libyan society, particularly in the education sector, by improving economic conditions, providing training and qualification programs, supporting work–family balance, and promoting societal awareness of the importance of women’s role.