Publications
Gender differences in assets
01/03/2011
This paper documents the gender gap in access to and ownership of most inputs, assets and services important for agricultural activities. It focuses in particular on education, land, livestock, financial services, modern inputs, information and extension. 35 pp.
Gender differentiated asset dynamics in Northern Nigeria
01/03/2011
This paper examines gender differentiated asset dynamics over a 20 year period in Northern Nigeria (from 1988 to 2008). New evidence is presented to investigate whether there has been a catch-up effect for women in agricultural households who had initially low assets in 1988. 33 pp.
Gender dimensions of agricultural and rural employment: Differentiated pathways out of poverty
21/01/2011
This publication discusses key issues related to gender equality and rural employment in the context of poverty reduction. It presents various policy responses, empirical data and good practices. 226 pp.
Gender-equitable rural work to reduce poverty and boost economic growth
20/01/2011
Equal access to decent employment is particularly important for rural women, as a means to ensure their families’ livelihoods and well-being. This Policy Brief presents key issues and policy recommendations to help tackle decent work deficits and gaps. 4 pp.
Investing in skills for socio-economic empowerment of rural women
19/01/2011
Higher barriers in education and training limit women's participation in better remunerated jobs and leadership roles. This Policy Brief highlights the need to widen skills development opportunities for both women and men to enhance rural productivity. 4 pp.
Rural women’s entrepreneurship is “good business”!
18/01/2011
Rural women’s entrepreneurship can provide a significant contribution to economic growth and poverty reduction. To promote women-led rural businesses, programmes and services must therefore respond to their specific needs and requirements. 4 pp.
Agricultural value chain development: Threat or opportunity for women’s employment?
17/01/2011
This Policy Brief provides recommendations on how to minimize the risks and enhance the opportunities that modern agricultural value chains can offer rural men and women. 4 pp.
Women in infrastructure works: Boosting gender equality and rural development!
16/01/2011
Rural infrastructure programmes can create valuable work opportunities, as well as increase access to goods and services for rural people. This Policy Brief outlines ways to include the needs of both men and women when identifying, designing and implementing public works. 4 pp.