ABSTRACT
This chapter analyses women's livelihood capitals on the basis of the Sustainable Livelihood Framework (SLF). Human capital represents the skills, knowledge, ability to labour and good health that together enable people to pursue different livelihood strategies and achieve their livelihood objectives. Educational attainments help to develop conceptual skills and facilitate the acquisition of technical skills that can strengthen the livelihood of any group. Marriage in Bangladesh is considered to be a social necessity and responsibility and, therefore, helps in explaining the livelihood status of women. The Sundarbans is the source of livelihoods for millions living in its vicinity. The occupation of the household heads of the respondents largely determined the women's livelihood standards since they were mostly dependent on them. Sanitation is a fundamental human right that safeguards health and human dignity and, hence, is a key indicator of livelihood. Lack of sanitation is a public health disaster and more embarrassing for women.
