Nearly 65% of adults in the Arab region remain excluded from formal financial systems, according to a new report by the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Western Asia (ESCWA). The Annual SDG Review 2025 paints a sobering picture of persistent financial exclusion that is undermining the region’s ability …
In India there are very few population based data on prevalence of depression. The aim of the study was to determine the prevalence of depression in an urban south Indian population. Subjects were recruited from the Chennai Urban Rural Epidemiology Study (CURES), involving 26,001 subjects randomly recruited from 46 of …
Rahi Gaikwad Pandharkawada (Yavatmal district): Women in Jalka village in Yavatmal district have been going to Kalavati Bandurkar, ever since Rahul Gandhi
DHENKANAL: In a bid to sensitize school students and science lovers about significant contribution of Indian women scientists in various fields, Dhenkanal Science Centre will organise a
This article analyses the working of Joint Forest Management and Community Forest Management in Orissa with a view to understand the incentive and disincentive mechanisms available in these institutions and how these influence the protection of forests and the livelihood of forest dwellers.
Following the recent death of four pregnant women in the state due to H1N1, the state government has begun drafting a new treatment protocol for these high-risk patients. Health officials will be collecting swab samples of pregnant patients reporting to the screening centres and those will be
LUCKNOW: Expressing concern over the reports that poverty stricken people in drought-hit Bundelkhand region were ALLEGEDLY mortgaging their women, the UP Congress Committee (UPCC) would send a three-member team to the area on Tuesday. UPCC spokesperson Subodh Srivastava said that state president of the party Rita Bahuguna Joshi while taking …
The popular Guide on Climate Change and Indigenous Peoples aims to enhance indigenous peoples knowledge on climate change so that indigenous peoples will be better equipped to participate more effectively in shaping relevant policies and actions taken to address this issue. It also aims to enlighten non-indigenous peoples on our …
Understanding the issues and perspectives of the community, giving voice to their ideas and facilitating institutional building are key in bringing about a sustainable and equitable change. Bringing a
Women play an essential role in animal production in the rural northwestern region of Yunnan province, China. However, women are often left out of extension activities and training opportunities. A recent project has found various ways to better target women farmers. By increasing their participation, as well as the professional …
In parts of Mozambique, seed fairs have become an important tool for improving family farming and food sovereignty. The concept is simple: create a space for small farmers from different regions to come together to exchange seeds. Gaining access to (diverse) genetic material allows for new opportunities and ideas for …
Tribal communities of Baran district have been able to regain their food sovereignty by preserving local seeds. The women groups have revived their traditional seed storage techniques to preserve seeds in the seed banks. Seed banks have provided assured access to seeds even during the times of drought.
By gaining critical control over seeds rural women have recovered traditional landraces and biodiversity in agriculture. Initiatives such as Alternative PDS and Food Sovereignty Trust by Deccan Development Society have not only ensured heightened access to food and nutrition but have also empowered women by strengthening their leadership abilities.
A cooperative of landless women in Gujarat are making a successful living through collective farming. By converting their village into an eco tourism centre, they are conserving and promoting local cultures and cuisine.
