Publications
Gender and sustainable development in drylands: An analysis of field experiences
04/06/2003
This document looks at the relationship between gender and dryland management, based on an analysis of relevant field experiences in Africa and Asia. It highlights the important contribution women and men make to food security, land conservation and the conservation of biodiversity. 34 pp.
Gender and dryland management
03/06/2003
This fact sheet demonstrates how incorporating a gender perspective in drylands management can help to discover innovative ways of combating dryland degradation and food insecurity. 4 pp.
Incorporating gender into a male domain: A strategy for foresters?
03/06/2003
The experience of one project in Nepal demonstrates a successful strategy for creating the conditions under which rural women can demand respect and inclusion at various levels, inside and outside the forest department. Key elements of this approach are provided here.
Report of the Asian regional expert consultation on rural women in knowledge society
02/06/2003
The consultation addressed the most critical components of the digital divide, namely rural communities and women. This report gives an overview of the deliberations and recommendations made to generate positive impacts, including improved access to information and communication technologies (ICTs). 38 pp.
Dimitra Newsletter 7
01/09/2002
In this issue of the Dimitra newsletter, Nancy Hafkin and Nancy Taggart present a study entitled "Gender, Information Technology and Developing Countries: an Analytic Study". The study shows how empowerment often depends on access to information and the openness of women to adopt different information and communication technologies, both modern and traditional. 16 pp.
Living well with HIV/AIDS: A manual on nutritional care and support for people living with HIV/AIDS
14/08/2002
The manual provides practical recommendations for a healthy and balanced diet for people living with HIV/AIDS in countries or areas with a low resource base. 103 pp.
HIV/AIDS, agriculture and food security in mainland and small island countries of Africa: Twenty-second regional conference for Africa
24/07/2002
This paper presents the major challenges confronting African countries due to the HIV/AIDS epidemic. Its implications for agricultural production and the impact on national economies are highlighted. This is followed by a discussion of actions for alleviating the situation.
Gender, networks and Mexico-US migration
05/07/2002
This paper examines whether the causes and patterns of Mexican rural female migration differ significantly from rural male migration. 42 pp.