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Brochure, flyer, fact-sheetGender equality and forestry in West Africa
Preliminary findings and recommendations for West Africa countries
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Produced under the project “Global Transformation of Forests for People and Climate: a focus on West Africa”, this paper draws on a gender analysis conducted to inform and guide the project implementation. Based on literature review and several key informant interviews, the paper presents findings related to gender and forestry which are common to the region. It also proposes recommendations to address gender inequalities in the forestry sector. -
Policy briefForests and Gender in a Changing Environment. Asia-Pacific Forests and Forestry to 2020. Forest Policy Brief 08 2011
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No results found.Addressing the role of women in forestry is central to sustainable resource management and rural livelihood improvement. Improving women’s access to forest resources and effectively including them in decision making leads to greater investment in children’s welfare and has positive effects on economic growth and sustainable resource management. Opportunities for women to adopt new roles and improve their livelihoods are increasing but gender imbalances still threaten sustainable development. As challenges associated with globalization, food- and energy security and climate change emerge, a renewed focus on gender in forestry is needed. -
Book (stand-alone)MAINSTREAMING GENDER INTO FORESTRY INTERVENTIONS IN ASIA AND THE PACIFIC A training manual 2016
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No results found.The training manual is composed of 5 learning blocks beginning with an overall introduction to the training by creating an enabling space for personal gender reflection. This is followed by sessions to build a foundation for gender analysis which unpack the concept of gender and gender roles through the Harvard Analytical Framework to facilitate the understanding of practical implications. Gender equity and equality is emphasized in forestry interventions as the goal of gender mainstreaming. The core components of gender mainstreaming in gender-sensitive actions are discussed. The practical tools for mainstreaming gender into forestry interventions are explored through project management cycles from assessment until evaluation and re-planning process. Gender mainstreaming in organization is also addressed with specific action points for each participant to follow after the training.
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