Publications
The evolving contexts of AIDS and the challenges for food security and rural livelihoods
15/07/2008
This paper is designed to stimulate discussion, not only about the implications of the future trends of HIV and AIDS, but also about adapting these implications for effective agricultural and rural development policies and programmes. 77 pp.
Vulnerability and property rights of widows and orphans in the era of the HIV and AIDS pandemic: A case study of Muleba and Makete districts, Tanzania
15/07/2008
This study sets out to assess the extent to which property and inheritance rights of widows and orphans are violated or protected in the context of HIV and AIDS in two rural communities in Tanzania. 69 pp.
Agricultural implements used by women farmers in Africa
10/06/2008
This study explores some of the barriers women face in accessing agricultural implements, such as limited opportunities to obtain credit and loans. The research is based on group discussions with women and men farmers, and interviews with informants in the government and non-government sectors. 148 pp.
Dimitra Newsletter 14
01/03/2008
This newsletter focuses on Dimitra's work with rural radios and participatory communication in the Democratic Republic of Congo. In South Kivu province, for instance, the sharing of solar radios between women members of the listeners’ clubs are effectively boosting paricipation of both men and women in their own development. 24 pp.
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Child labour and children's economic activities in agriculture in Ghana
05/02/2008
This study addresses knowledge gaps on child labour issues prevailing in the agriculture sector and offers recommendations on how to address them in policies and programmes. 144 pp.
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: 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.