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The African Women in Agricultural Research and Development (AWARD) is announcing the Call for the 2025 AWARD Leadership Program for Emerging African Women in Agricultural Sciences. This program targets young women in science under 35 years of age from Ethiopia, Kenya, Ghana, Nigeria, and Malawi. Program Details - Program Type: Nine-month intensive, non-residential career transformative program - Program Focus: Building leadership skills, enhancing capacities to effectively communicate work to diverse audiences, and amplifying visibility and networking skills - Target Audience: Young women in science under 35 years of age from Ethiopia, Kenya, Ghana, Nigeria, and Malawi - Eligibility: Women in agricultural sciences from the specified countries Program Benefits - Strengthen leadership skills - Enhance capacities to effectively communicate work to diverse audiences - Amplify visibility and networking skills - Overcome institutionalized barriers to women’s career progression - Increase awareness of the importance of gender integration in agriculture sciences Application Deadline: February 12, 2025, at 23:59 East Africa Time (GMT+3) For more information on eligibility criteria and the application process, visit: https://lnkd.in/ehyeAPFu #AWARD #AfricanWomenInAgriculturalResearchAndDevelopment #LeadershipProgram #CareerDevelopment #LeadershipSkills

Join FAO at the 32nd International Conference of Agricultural Economists in New Delhi  FAO's outstanding experts are set to make a significant contribution to the 32nd International Conference of Agricultural Economists (ICAE-2024). This triennial event, organized by the @International Association of Agricultural Economists (IAAE), will take place from 2 to 7 August 2024 in New Delhi, India, under the theme “Transformation Towards Sustainable Agri-Food Systems.” Meet FAO's distinguished delegation: Maximo Torero, Chief Economist  David Laborde, Director of the Agrifood Economics and Policy Division (ESA)  Clemencia Cosentino, Director of the Independent Office of Evaluation (OEDD)  Cristian Morales Opazo, Senior Economist (ESA)  Ana Paula de la O Campos, Economist (ESA)  Antonio Scognamillo, Economist (ESA)  Rebecca Pietrelli, Economist (ESA)  Aslihan Arslan, Economist (ESA)  Ibrahima Diouf, Economist (OER)  Joshua Kafotokoza, Econometric Specialist (ESA)  Erdgin Mane, Policy Officer, Rural Transformation and Gender Equality Division (ESP)  Marwan Bernali, Economist (ESP)    Don't miss out on the chance to meet and engage with these experts at The FAO Young Researchers Networking Event, which will be held on 4 August at 7pm at the Lalit hotel.  This event will provide a platform to discuss innovative ideas and explore joint research opportunities. If you are a young researcher who wishes to collaborate with FAO, renowned universities and research centres, sign up for this event in the following link: https://lnkd.in/d8RPJwSP    FAO's team will present important research and insights, contributing to discussions on the urgent need for transformation in agrifood systems. Make sure to join the sessions and contribute to the dialogue on transforming our global agrifood systems. For more information on the event and their sessions visit: https://lnkd.in/d3DBdZTv    Stay tuned for more updates and session highlights! #ICAE2024 #FAOICAE2024 #AgriculturalEconomics #SustainableAgriFoodSystems #FAO #IAAE #Agriculture #Innovation #Research #Sustainability *The information posted does not necessarily represent FAO’s views, positions, strategies or opinions.

Women are Leading the Way in Agriculture, But We Need More! In 2014, only 24 percent of researchers working in the agricultural sciences were women. Additionally, In sub- Saharan Africa, over 60% of the agricultural workforce are women, yet they hold only 17% of leadership positions.    Why having more women in agriculture matters: Diversity of thought: Women bring unique perspectives and experiences to the table, leading to more innovative solutions for agricultural challenges. Women farmers account for nearly half of the world’s smallholder farmers and produce 70% of Africa’s food. Having women professionals who understand their challenges from a women's perspective will help these farmers grow more and become more prosperous. Empowering communities: When women have access to leadership roles and fair wages, they can invest back into their communities, creating a positive ripple effect.

The Women's Academy for Rural Innovation, organized by #Huawei’s European Leadership Academy, brought together over 20 women from Europe for a bootcamp that addresses the gender and urban-rural divides as well as empowering them with technical skills through workshops and mentorship in sustainable agriculture, digital health, and business innovation. https://lnkd.in/gjNZsBpF #HuaweiFacts #BetterTogether

Empowering Women to Lead: Join the Women on Agricultural Boards Project! Free to members. Find the application form in your member inbox, or sign up today! https://lnkd.in/gESp-kXs Are you a woman working in agriculture with aspirations of stepping into a leadership role? Do you want to drive change and contribute to the future of Australian agriculture? the Australian Women in Agriculture (AWiA) Ltd. led Women on Agricultural Boards Project, is initiative aimed at addressing gender inequity on agricultural boards. In line with the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) commitment to diversity, as well as the government’s broader push for gender equity in leadership, this project is designed to: ✅ Upskill women with the knowledge and tools they need to thrive on agricultural boards. ✅ Mentor select participants through tailored guidance from experienced leaders. ✅ Support women by building a robust network and resources hub to foster their boardroom success. Agriculture thrives when diverse voices are heard, and it’s time we see more women at the table where decisions are being made.shaping the sector at the decision-making table. Apply now! #WomenInAg #Leadership #Diversity #AgricultureLeadership

If you could give one suggestion to funding institutions to help them support more women in research, what would it be? Earlier today, we joined a discussion about the challenges women are faced with in academia, the importance of mentorship, the competitive funding ecosystem and what governments and private sector research funders can do to ensure more women are supported in their academic careers. Let's face it, we're a long way off from achieving the SDGs, but we can take action! Here's a curated list of funding available which is dedicated to women in research: https://lnkd.in/e-fahAPt Many thanks to Joy Owango from TCC Africa-Training Centre in Communication for leading today's panel discussion with a group of remarkable women in research. These are the thought leaders and mentors we should all look to for inspiration: Olubukola Oluranti Babalola, Vice President of The Organization for Women in Science for the Developing World (OWSD) Prof. Rana Dajani, The Hashemite University Prof. Magaly Blas, Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia and University of Washington Dr. Jessica Wade, Imperial College London Dr. Judy Mielke, Founder of scientifyRESEARCH Thank you all for contributing to the discussion! Thanks to those who joined the webinar! Thanks to TCC Africa-Training Centre in Communication and Melanie S. and SciDev.Net for collaborating with us to make this webinar possible! Tomorrow is International Women's Day. Celebrate by making one positive change you have the power to implement in this world. Could you be a mentor to women in research? Could you influence any policy change? #EmpowerHer #IWD2024 #IWD #InternationalWomensDay #scientifyRESEARCH

👩🏾🌾🍅🌲 With an investigation of Maasai women’s agency in agriculture, a closer look at the impacts of business partnerships in agricultural value chains in Kenya and an introduction to the wonderful work carried out by the Rural Women’s Assembly Guardians of Seed, the latest DevISSues puts a spotlight on women agriculturalists in Africa: three articles that challenge the image of women farmers as helpless victims in the face of gender inequality and climate vulnerability. 🏙 Further examining the small steps that can lead to radical change, the issue also includes a focus article on the International Centre for Frugal Innovation and a fascinating discussion between Georgina Gomez and alumna Bernarda Coello on practice-oriented education at ISS. 📙 With new publications, PhD defences, In Memoria and ISS news and events, DevISSues is your window to development studies and the education and research opportunities offered at the International Institute of Social Studies (ISS) of Erasmus University Rotterdam. Read DevISSues online today ➡ www.devissues.nl/ #DevISSues #ISSJournal #WomenInDevelopment #WomenAndDevelopment #Agriculture #ValueChains #Rural #Urban #FrugalInnovation #StudentLife

Delighted to share that our paper, "Improving Gender Participation in Agricultural Technology Adoption in Asia: From Rhetoric to Practical Action", has reached a milestone of 100 citations! The CGIAR Gender Impact Platform has also included our paper in their Top 10 Reads on Gender and Ecological Knowledge! This curated list showcases impactful research driving the intersection of gender, ecology, and sustainable development. In the paper, we outline the rationale for improving women's adoption of agricultural technology and discuss the pitfalls of failing to include women in the technology adoption agenda. We then explore the policy implications and suggest various strategies that promote gender-equitable outcomes that can be used to mainstream gender in agricultural technology adoption efforts to convert policy statements to practical and effective actions. A heartfelt thanks to all my co-authors, research collaborators, readers, and the research community for amplifying this work as we push the boundaries of gender-responsive innovation and foster a more inclusive future in agriculture. Thank you also to Applied Economics Perspectives and Policy for publishing our work. The full paper is available at: https://lnkd.in/gAQrKGd2 You can check out the full CGIAR Gender Platform's Top 10 Reads here: https://lnkd.in/g_b_-E9P #GenderInAgriculture #ResearchImpact #InnovationForAll #InclusiveDevelopment #CGIAR #ACIAR #UWA #CAED

Looking for the perfect journal to publish your agricultural policy research? The International Journal of Agricultural Policy stands out as a top option, providing a reputable platform for high-impact publishing in this critical field. Known for its author-friendly guidance on submissions and open-access options, it’s especially valuable for early-career researchers seeking a trusted journal with a commitment to diversity and inclusion. Ranked among the top 10 peer-reviewed journals in agricultural policy, it also offers a fast review process, ideal for timely topics like gender violence. For those aiming to maximize the reach and impact of their work, this journal is an excellent choice.