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.

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Agriculture evolves slowly with farmers perfecting their practices over decades. However, the rapid pace of climate change necessitates a more urgent response

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Two world-class research-for-development centers will work to raise food production and livelihoods in croplands where water is the defining constraint.

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To improve food security in Zambia and Tanzania, CIMMYT and Zamseed join forces to strengthen maize resilience.

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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.

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A seed fair in Zambia brings together farmers to explore climate-smart seed systems.

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CIMMYT, in collaboration with World Vegetable Center, has embarked on a partnership to enhance sustainable food production and employment for youth and women.

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The Jeanie Borlaug Laube Women in Triticum (WIT) Award honors outstanding early-career scientists engaged in wheat research.

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Academia, government and industry each have a role in attracting youth to careers in agriculture in India.

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The 2023 Borlaug Dialogue showcased CIMMYT’s collaborations in Mozambique and innovative initiatives to address agricultural challenges in Southern Africa.

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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

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Agreement builds on successful partnership in southern and eastern Africa.

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Entomologist Esther Ngumbi talks curiosity, passion for science, and the importance of mentorship.

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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