Gender equality, youth and social inclusion
Gender and other social differences such as age, wealth and ethnicity, have an enormous influence upon the success of agricultural interventions. To ensure equitable impacts and benefits to rural people, CIMMYT emphasizes inclusive research and development interventions. Starting with the collection of data on gender and social differences, efforts are underway to address these gaps and ensure equitable adoption of technologies and practice. This includes working towards gender-equitable control of productive assets and resources; technologies that reduce women’s labor; and improved capacity of women and youth to participate in decision-making.
Climate Change, Aha Moments, and the ‘Ps’
Gender equality, youth and social inclusion
Agriculture evolves slowly with farmers perfecting their practices over decades. However, the rapid pace of climate change necessitates a more urgent response
Every drop of water matters: Leading global research institutes ally to aid farmers in dry and saline ecosystems
Capacity development
Two world-class research-for-development centers will work to raise food production and livelihoods in croplands where water is the defining constraint.
Strengthening seed systems with Zamseed
Capacity development
To improve food security in Zambia and Tanzania, CIMMYT and Zamseed join forces to strengthen maize resilience.
Sowing seeds of change: CIMMYT leads crop diversification efforts in South Asia
Capacity development
CIMMYT is leading South Asia’s crop diversification efforts with projects such as TAFSSA and RUPANTAR, focusing on evidence-based policies and robust support to smallholder farmers.
Delivering the best seeds to farmers in Zambia
Capacity development
A seed fair in Zambia brings together farmers to explore climate-smart seed systems.
CIMMYT and WorldVeg in an MoU to enhance sustainable food production, boost youth and women employment
Gender equality, youth and social inclusion
Source: Farmers Review Africa ()
CIMMYT, in collaboration with World Vegetable Center, has embarked on a partnership to enhance sustainable food production and employment for youth and women.
2024 WIT Award nominations now open from Borlaug Global Rust Initiative
Gender equality, youth and social inclusion
The Jeanie Borlaug Laube Women in Triticum (WIT) Award honors outstanding early-career scientists engaged in wheat research.
Planting seeds for bringing youth into agriculture
Capacity development
Academia, government and industry each have a role in attracting youth to careers in agriculture in India.
CIMMYT at the Borlaug Dialogue
Capacity development
The 2023 Borlaug Dialogue showcased CIMMYT’s collaborations in Mozambique and innovative initiatives to address agricultural challenges in Southern Africa.
Be Assiduous, Think Big, Be Committed
Gender equality, youth and social inclusion
Louise Fresco, former UN director and advocate for science and innovation, shared inspiring insights on resilience, gender equity, and the power of continuous learning during CIMMYT’s Catalysts of Change: Women Leaders in Science seminar
CIMMYT and WorldVeg strengthen collaboration in the midst of the climate crisis to increase their impact
Capacity development
Agreement builds on successful partnership in southern and eastern Africa.
I cannot do it alone
Gender equality, youth and social inclusion
Entomologist Esther Ngumbi talks curiosity, passion for science, and the importance of mentorship.
A Trailblazer in Building an Equal World
Gender equality, youth and social inclusion
Carolina Trivelli, Peruvian economist and senior researcher at the Institute of Peruvian Studies talks about her career journey dedicated to financial inclusion, social innovation, and women’s empowerment