In preparation for the high-level panel on gender and rights at the Global Landscapes Forum in Paris, December 6, “This Land is Our Land: Gender perspectives on tenure and rights” CGIAR program on water, land and ecosystems has launched a debate on strengthening women's rights in practice. The discussions and debate can be followed, but also […]
Policy Issues: Setting the Record Straight: Matrilineal Does not Equal Matriarchal
In this blog from CGIAR research program on Water, Land and Ecosystems, anthropologist Liza Debevec discusses women empowerment in matrilineal societies. Contrary to common belief, matrilineal doesn't mean that the power lies in the hands of women. Through collective action however, women can have more power and make positive socio-cultural transformations. It also shows that land […]
Policy Issues: Launching the Movement for Community-Led Development
The Movement for Community-Led Development, initiated by a group of international organizations, is calling for a process that empowers citizens at the local level. The founding members include among others are Action Against Hunger, CARE, Heifer International, The Hunger Project, IFPRI and Save the Children. The movement is built on the common belief that integrated and […]
Policy issues: Open consultations by civil society on SDG indicators – until 7 Sept
On behalf of the Inter-agency and Expert Group on SDG Indicators (IAEG-SDGs), we would like to invite you to participate in an open consultation on the development of a global indicator framework for the Sustainable Development Goals. The purpose of this open consultation is to allow civil society, academia and the private sector to provide […]