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(completed April 2002)

The purpose of this study was to examine what happened with women's training since 1998, focusing in particular on the impact of the Labour Market Development Agreements (LMDAs) on services to women and on the community-based training (CBT) sector. The evidence collected indicated that the LMDAs have not succeeded in meeting some important training needs. The study argued that the current policy lens is too narrow and suggested adding a sustainable livelihoods perspective. This would enhance women's labour market participation.

This research was funded by the Labour Education and Training Research Network, York University.