Gender And Environment

 Men and women have different roles when it comes to the environment. Women, especially in rural areas, are often responsible for taking care of things like water, forests, and farms.  But their knowledge and hard work are often overlooked.  When things go wrong with the environment, like climate change or pollution, women are often affected more than men.  It's important to include everyone's voices in decisions about the environment, so we can find solutions that work for everyone.

  EXAMPLE: In many places, women are the ones who get water for their families. They know the best places to find water, how to keep it clean, and how to use it wisely.  But often, they aren't asked for their opinions when it comes to making decisions about water.  When women are included in planning, the solutions are usually better because they understand what the community really needs. This shows how important it is to give women a voice, so we can have a better environment for everyone.

Swedish society for nature conservation (discussed in class)

1. Formal and Informal Rules (Regulations and Social Norms): This looks at both written laws (like policies or environmental acts) and unwritten rules (like social expectations). For example, even if a law says women and men have equal rights to land, local traditions may still give more power to men. These rules shape who gets to make decisions about natural resources.

 2. Division of Labour:This means looking at what tasks men and women do. For example, in many communities, women fetch water, grow food crops, or gather firewood, while men may do construction or commercial farming. These roles affect how women and men interact with the environment.

 3. Access and Power: This focuses on who owns land, forests, or water, and who can use them. Often, men have more ownership and control, while women may use the land but have little say in decisions. It’s about understanding the power dynamics between genders in managing