A decade ago, women’s empowerment in agriculture wasn’t even on the agenda. Whether there has been sufficient progress in women’s empowerment in agriculture depends on how one defines “sufficient.” The fact that the question is being asked is itself a sign of progress. A decade ago, women’s empowerment in agriculture wasn’t even on the agenda. […] Source: IFPRI Ghana
Spotlight on International Women’s Day 2019: “Better the Balance, Better the World.”
In celebration of International Women’s Day 2019 IPFRI spotlights its work, which contributes to a better gender balance by providing gender-sensitive, research-based policy solutions to reduce poverty and end hunger and malnutrition in developing countries. We realize that even raising the issue of women’s empowerment in agriculture is a sign of progress. Senior Research Fellow >> Read more Source: Malawi Strategy Support Program
Celebrating Women in Science
Over the past 15 years, the global community has made a lot of effort in inspiring and engaging women and girls in science, yet there is still work to be done. This slideshow is part of a social media campaign to documents the stories of women scientists in the CGIAR on the occasion of International […] Source: IFPRI Ghana
First Things First: Focus on Girls
India observed National Girl Child Day on 24 January, under the theme 'Empowering Girls for a Better Tomorrow'. Initiated by the Ministry of Women and Child Development, various events are being organized from January 21 to 26, to highlight the inequalities faced by girls, and promote awareness on a range of topics including rights of >> Read more Source: POSHAN: Partnerships and Opportunities to Strengthen and Harmonize Actions for Nutrition in India
Where is the standardized measure of women’s empowerment?
The importance of women's empowerment in agriculture is frequently discussed. However, understanding what empowerment looks like in different contexts is challenging. Previous GSSP research examined the distinct role of women in Ghana's agriculture sector. This blog post by Amber Peterman (UNICEF & University of North Carolina) and Greg Seymour (IFPRI) discusses the importance of and […] Source: IFPRI Ghana
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