“Advancing Gender Equality in Water, Energy, Food, and Ecosystems”

Date: October 2024 Duration: 1.5 hours Background: Globally, women constitute 43% of the agricultural labour force but often lack access to land, credit, and technology. In sub-Saharan Africa, women provide up to 80% of the food supply but face barriers to market access. women often bear the brunt of resource scarcity and environmental degradation. In water management, women play essential roles in collecting, using, and safeguarding water resources. However, their contributions are often undervalued. Similarly, in energy access, gender gaps persist. Women face challenges in accessing green energy technologies and participating in decision-making processes. In agriculture and food systems, women contribute significantly to production, yet they encounter unequal access to resources, markets, and decision-making platforms. Women’s active participation in decision-making processes and equitable access to resources are essential for advancing gender equality in WEF domains. Significant progress has been made in empowering women within the Water-Energy-Food (WEF) nexus in the MENA region, particularly in Egypt. Women have increasingly taken on leadership roles in water resource management, energy policy formulation, and agricultural innovation. For instance, initiatives such as the integration of women in local water councils and the promotion of female-led agribusinesses have contributed to greater gender equality.
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  • 16:00 - 17:30 (LOUVRE 5)

Conveners

  • Partnership for Research and Innovation in the Mediterranean Area (PRIMA)

  • International Water Management Institute (IWMI)

Speakers

  • Mr. Helmy Abouleish / Egypt

  • Prof. Rasha Elkholy / Egypt

  • Dr. Samira Shaban / Spain

  • Prof. Bishr Imam / Egypt