There have been increased employment opportunities for women in non-traditional agriculture such as cut flowers, in clothing and textile industries, and also in electronics-oriented Export Processing Zones (EPZs) and services sectors. Much of this increase is concentrated in export-oriented industries where electronic components are assembled, textiles processed, and garments and shoes produced. ( Sexton, Nair and Kirbat, 2004) Paid employment can improve women’s autonomy as well as their economic and social status.