Closing the gender gap in agriculture and rural employment

Closing the gender gap in agriculture is not an easy task, but progress can be made and simple interventions can sometimes be very powerful. Carefully designed policies, strategies and projects can work within existing cultural norms, through the public and private sectors, in ways that benefit both women and men (Box 9). Specific recommendations for closing the gender gap in access to land, rural labour markets, financial services, social capital and technology include the steps outlined below.

Sustainable Development Goals:

Decent Work and Economic Growth

Gender Equality

Sustainable Cities and Communities