Publications
Gender mainstreaming in forestry in Africa: Ghana
22/11/2007
Forests and other natural resources form the backbone of the economy of Ghana and thereforeplay a critical role in the lives of its people. This study seeks to compile information on existing national and intergovernmental policies, legislation and the institutional framework related to gender mainstreaming in Ghana's forestry sector. 49 pp.
Gender mainstreaming in forestry in Africa: Ethiopia
22/11/2007
The main purpose of this report is to give a general overview of the Ethiopian gender and forestry experiences. It analyzes and produces information on the existing national and intergovernmental policies and legislations, on the institutional framework related to gender and forestry, the existing gender structures and on local initiatives and responsibilities of women in rural forest communities and households. 46 pp.
Gender mainstreaming in forestry in Africa: United Republic of Tanzania
22/11/2007
In Tanzania, one outstanding problem is the near absence of women in policymaking roles and processes concerning forestry, though they are the key actors in environmental management. This study’s broad objective is to examine forest policy statements and institutional frameworks related to gender mainstreaming. 39 pp.
Gender mainstreaming in forestry in Africa: Zambia
22/11/2007
This paper summarizes the findings from a desk study on forestry and gender issues in Zambia. It gives a brief overview of issues related to development, the status of women and current forestry trends in Zambia. The study also focuses on national policies, machineries and mechanisms for mainstreaming gender into forestry activities. 45 pp.
Gender Mainstreaming in Forestry in Africa: Kenya
22/11/2007
The focus of this paper is on gender equality. It examines whether or not forestry policies and related legislations, institutional structures and design of forestry programs at community level treat men and women in the same way. 29 pp.
Gender mainstreaming in forestry in Africa: Regional report
14/11/2007
This study on Gender Mainstreaming in Forestry in Africa was undertaken by a team of local experts from ten African countries in west, east central and southern Africa. The team, with expertise in gender and development, has been drawn from multidisciplinary fields including forestry, social science and natural resources among others. 61 pp.
Dimitra Newsletter 13
01/09/2007
The 13th edition of the Dimitra newsletter provides information on the rights of rural women producers, as well as the impact of sexual violence and HIV/AIDS on both women and men. 24 pp.
Focus On: Right to Food and Gender
18/07/2007
Unequal distribution of food leads to increased malnutrition, which can diminish women’s economic abilities, undermine gender equality and trap women in a vicious circle of poverty and under-nutrition. 2 pp.