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New releases from CIHEAM Proceedings of the 11th meeting of the Ministers of Agriculture, Food and Fisheries of the CIHEAM's member countries, Tirana, 22 September 2016
addressed recommendations to Mediterranean countries that operate in the Mediterranean and to the CIHEAM. The efforts deployed over the past years by our Organisation were recognized and the will to strengthen its capacities and therefore sustainably support its action was expressed by the participants. These constructive meetings between the Ministers of the 13 member States of the CIHEAM have started in Rome in 1999 and continued in Rabat in 2000, in Athens in 2001, in Beirut in 2002, in Paris in 2004, in Cairo 2006, in Zaragoza in 2008, in Istanbul in 2010, in Valetta in 2012 and in Algiers in 2014. The meeting of Tirana was therefore the 11th multilateral encounter of this kind, that is, a strong illustration of the will of these Mediterranean countries to place the themes of agriculture, food and rural development and distress migrations at the heart of their cooperation in the Mediterranean. The next meeting is already scheduled in Tunis in 2017/2018 at the invitation of the Tunisian authorities. Through the organization of these ministerial meetings, the CIHEAM wishes to promote agricultural and rural diplomacy in a region where the challenges require concerted and possibly collective responses.
Abstract: The Meeting of Tirana has particularly addressed the theme of distress migrations (internal and international) from the perspective of agricultural development, food security, land policies, the development and inclusion of rural territories and climate change. The CIHEAM presented the Strategic Agenda 2025 (CSA 2025) that will structure, over the coming years, the cooperation mission of the CIHEAM in the Mediterranean around 4 major pillars and 15 thematic priorities. In the final declaration adopted at the end of this meeting, ministers and representatives of international and regional Organisations
Infos: Type of publication: Book Author(s): Cosimo Lacirignola, Vincenzo Fersino Publishing house: CIHEAM Publication date: 2017 Number of pages : 140 p. Language : English
Agriculture pag. 7 - 9 Animal production and health pag. 10 Economic and social development pag. 11 Fisheries and aquaculture pag. 12 - 13 Forestry pag. 14 Gender pag. 15 - 22 GardenLibrary pag. 23 - 24
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International journal of water resources development. - Oxford : Carfax Publishing Company. - v. ; 25 cm. Trimestrale. - Dal [200-]- l'editore varia: Abingdon : Taylor & Francis. - Descr. basata su: v. 9, n. 1 (1993). ISSN 0790-0627. Full Journal Title: International journal of water resources development ISO: Int. J. Water Resour. Dev. JCR Abbrev. Title: INT J WATER RESOUR DEV Editors-in-Chief: Cecilia Tortajada - Institute of Water Policy, Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, National University of Singapore ISSN: 0790-0627 Issues/Year: 4 issues per year Language: ENGLISH Journal Country/Territory: ENGLAND Publisher: ROUTLEDGE JOURNALS, TAYLOR & FRANCIS LTD Subject Categories: WATER RESOURCES - SCIE Impact Factor: 2.088 5-Year Impact Factor: 1.944 Ranking: 27/88 (Water Resources) Availabile in IAMB Library on line resource
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[Fonte: ISI Web of Knowledge] Aims & Scope: I n t e r n a t i o n a l J o u r n a l o f Wa t e r R e s o u r c e s Development is a policy and practice-oriented Journal that covers all aspects of water resources policy, management, development and governance. It is an interdisciplinary journal that focuses on water resources and their economic, financial, social and environmental-related impacts. Contributions which include the interdependences and inter-linkages between the water and the agricultural, energy, industrial and health sectors in both developed and developing countries, both at present and in the future, are welcome. The journal would be of interest to: Academics and researchers in the water resources field; Policymakers and managers in organizations that are affected by, or concerned with, water resources planning, management, development and governance; Hydrologists, engineering, economists, sociologists, geographers, ecologists, climatologists, environmental scientists; Lawyers and administrators.
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Keywords: Water management; Water resources; Hydrology; Water; Water-supply, Agricultural; Water resources development. Abstracting and Indexing Information: The International Journal of Water Resources Development is noted in the following Aqualine Abstracts, CAB Abstracts, Cambridge Scientific Abstracts, Current Contents, Ei Compendex, Environment Abstracts, GeoArchive, GEO Abstracts, Hydrotitles, IBZ/IBR, International Civil Engineering Abstracts (ICEA), ISI Science Citation Index, Science Citation Rankings and SCOPUS. The journal is also available in electronic format: for access ask to inchingolog@iamb.it
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Latest articles from Volume 33, Issue 5, 2017 ISSN: 0790-0627 Editorial Exploring the productivity and profitability of small-scale communal irrigation systems in SubSaharan Africa Henning Bjornlund & Jamie Pittock This special issue explores the challenges associated with increasing the productivity and profitability of small-scale communal irrigation systems in a world with growing demand for food and scarce water supplies. Case studies from Mozambique, Tanzania and Zimbabwe in south-eastern Africa are used to detail the challenges, opportunities and possible solutions. At six irrigation schemes, two in each country, the project provided simple tools to farmers to enable them to measure soil water and fertility to develop their own, more efficient agronomic practices (Stirzaker, Mbakwe, & Mziray, 2017). … [read more]. Keywords: Africa; agriculture; governance; market access; small-scale irrigation; water productivity To cite this article: Henning Bjornlund & Jamie Pittock (2017) Exploring the productivity and profitability of small-scale communal irrigation systems in Sub-Saharan Africa, International Journal of Water Resources Development, 33:5, 685-689, DOI: 10.1080/07900627.2017.1326881 Profitability and productivity barriers and opportunities in small-scale irrigation schemes Henning Bjornlund, Andre van Rooyen & Richard Stirzaker Irrigation development in Sub-Saharan Africa has lagged significantly behind that in other developing countries. Consequently, economic development and food security are also lagging behind. Since the mid2000s there has been a resurgence in the willingness to invest in irrigation, and Sub-Saharan Africa has the largest potential of any developing region to benefit
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from it. However, to gain from new investment in irrigation without repeating past failures, it is critical to develop a business model for small-scale irrigation schemes. This article explores the barriers that such a model needs to address to be successful and the opportunities this represents for irrigators' profitability. … [read more]. Keywords: Small-scale irrigation; Tanzania; Mozambique; Zimbabwe; increasing productivity and profitability To cite this article: Henning Bjornlund, Andre van Rooyen & Richard Stirzaker (2017) Profitability and productivity barriers and opportunities in small-scale irrigation schemes, International Journal of Water Resources Development, 33:5, 690-704, DOI: 10.1080/07900627.2016.1263552 Irrigation and crop diversification in the 25 de Setembro irrigation scheme, Mozambique Wilson de Sousa, Raphaelle Ducrot, Paiva Munguambe, Henning Bjornlund, Andre Machava, Etevaldo Cheveia & Joaquim Faduco Crop diversification is one way of improving the profitability of smallscale irrigation schemes. The 25 de Setembro scheme is an ideal site to analyze diversification, as it is influenced by the markets in Maputo and South Africa. This study uses information gathered from observations, discussions with irrigators and an irrigator survey. Results identified seven irrigator types with different crop diversification strategies predominantly influenced by resource constraints. Most irrigators produce traditional crops, although there are opportunities for growing crops that are more profitable. Improved extension services, to identify cropping strategies that better align with market demand, would improve profitability… [read more]. Keywords: Mozambique; smallscale irrigation; crop diversification; market access; profitability To cite this article: Wilson de Sousa, Raphaelle Ducrot, Paiva Munguambe, Henning Bjornlund, Andre Machava, Etevaldo Cheveia & Joaquim Faduco (2017) Irrigation and crop diversification in the 25 de Setembro irrigation scheme, Mozambique, I n t e r n a t i o n a l J o u r n a l o f Wa t e r R e s o u r c e s Development, 33:5, 705-724, DOI: 10.1080/07900627.2016.1262246 Barriers to and opportunities for improving productivity and profitability of the Kiwere and Magozi irrigation schemes in Tanzania Makarius V. Mdemu, Nuru Mziray, Henning Bjornlund & Japhet J. Kashaigili Irrigation is a key strategy for food security and poverty alleviation among small farmers in Tanzania. However, the potential of irrigation to improve food
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security is limited by multiple barriers. This article discusses these barriers within the Kiwere and Magozi schemes. Results indicate that water supply barriers are caused by poor irrigation infrastructure and management. Lack of finance is also a critical barrier to increasing overall productivity. Finance affects farmers' timely access to adequate supply of quality inputs and machinery and availability of transport to access inputs and profitable markets. There is evidence that these barriers have to be addressed holistically… [read more]. Keywords: Food security; irrigation; Kiwere; Magozi; productivity barriers; Tanzania To cite this article: Makarius V. Mdemu, Nuru Mziray, Henning Bjornlund & Japhet J. Kashaigili (2017) Barriers to and opportunities for improving productivity and profitability of the Kiwere and Magozi irrigation schemes in Tanzania, International Journal of Water Resources Development, 33:5, 725739, DOI: 10.1080/07900627.2016.1188267 Irrigation development in Zimbabwe: understanding productivity barriers and opportunities at Mkoba and Silalatshani irrigation schemes M. Moyo, A. van Rooyen, M. Moyo, P. Chivenge & H. Bjornlund Productivity barriers and opportunities influencing smallholder irrigation sustainability in Zimbabwe were identified using case studies of the Silalatshani and Mkoba irrigation schemes. The major barriers were poor infrastructure and soil fertility, and poor access to farm inputs, farm implements, functioning markets and agricultural knowledge, which resulted in low yields, food insecurity and negative farm income. Most irrigated land remains unused, and marketing of produce is uncoordinated. Mobile technologies provide opportunities for market information dissemination. Institutions are needed to continuously encourage dialogue among agricultural value chain stakeholders to allow irrigators to align their operations to market demands and improve the viability of irrigation systems… [read more]. Keywords: Productivity barriers and opportunities; smallholder irrigation systems; sustainability; irrigation productivity; Zimbabwe To cite this article: M. Moyo, A. van Rooyen, M. Moyo, P. Chivenge & H. Bjornlund (2017) Irrigation development in Zimbabwe: understanding productivity barriers and opportunities at Mkoba and Silalatshani irrigation schemes, International Journal of Water Resources Development, 33:5, 740754, DOI: 10.1080/07900627.2016.1175339 An overview of extension use in irrigated agriculture and case studies in south-eastern Africa Sarah Ann Wheeler, Alec Zuo, Henning Bjornlund, Makarius Victor Mdemu, Andre van Rooyen & Paiva
Munguambe This study provides an overview of extension influence on the adoption of irrigation innovations in developed and developing countries, and finds that extension plays a more significant positive role in influencing soft technology adoption in developing countries. Case studies on the nature, use and availability of extension advice in six irrigation schemes in Tanzania, Mozambique and Zimbabwe are presented. The use of government extension officers varied significantly, with extension use not linked to farm outcomes. … [read more]. Keywords: Extension; south-eastern Africa; irrigation; hard technology; soft technology To cite this article: Sarah Ann Wheeler, Alec Zuo, Henning Bjornlund, Makarius Victor Mdemu, Andre van Rooyen & Paiva Munguambe (2017) An overview of extension use in irrigated agriculture and case studies in south-eastern Africa, I n t e r n a t i o n a l J o u r n a l o f Wa t e r R e s o u r c e s Development, 33:5, 755-769, DOI: 10.1080/07900627.2016.1225570 Income inequality within smallholder irrigation schemes in Sub-Saharan Africa Ana Manero Equitable income distribution is recognized as critical for poverty reduction, particularly in developing areas. Most of the existing literature is based on region- or country-wide data; fewer empirical studies exist at community levels. This article examines income disparities within six smallholder irrigation schemes in Zimbabwe, Tanzania and Mozambique, comparing inequality at local and national levels, as well as decomposing inequality by group and by source. The results present significant contrasts between schemes and compared to national figures. This evidences that, inadvertently, nation-wide strategies may overlook high inequality at smaller scales, and thus, development policies should be tailored to the specific areas of intervention … [read more]. Keywords: Income inequality; agriculture; poverty; Gini coefficient; Theil index To cite this article: Ana Manero (2017) Income inequality within smallholder irrigation schemes in Sub-Saharan Africa, International Journal of Water Resources Development, 33:5, 770-787, DOI: 10.1080/07900627.2016.1152461 A soil water and solute learning system for smallscale irrigators in Africa Richard Stirzaker, Ikenna Mbakwe & Nuru Ressa Mziray Better yields of high-value crops are necessary for a profitable irrigation industry in sub-Saharan Africa. We introduced two simple tools, the Chameleon soil moisture sensor and the FullStop wetting front detector, which represent soil water, nitrate and salt
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levels in the soil by displaying different colours. These tools form the basis of an experiential learning system for small-scale irrigators. We found that farmers quickly learned from the tools and changed their management within a short time. The cost of implementing a learning system would be a small fraction of that of building or revitalizing irrigation schemes … [read more]. Keywords: Virtual Irrigation Academy; Chameleon sensor; FullStop wetting front detector; social learning; irrigation scheduling
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To cite this article: Richard Stirzaker, Ikenna Mbakwe & Nuru Ressa Mziray (2017) A soil water and solute learning system for small-scale irrigators in Africa, I n t e r n a t i o n a l J o u r n a l o f Wa t e r R e s o u r c e s Development, 33:5, 788-803, DOI: 10.1080/07900627.2017.1320981 Theory and application of Agricultural Innovation Platforms for improved irrigation scheme management in Southern Africa André F. van Rooyen, Peter Ramshaw, Martin Moyo, Richard Stirzaker & Henning Bjornlund Many small-scale irrigation systems are characterized by low yields and deteriorating infrastructure. Interventions often erroneously focus on increasing yields and rehabilitating infrastructure. Smallscale irrigation systems have many of the characteristics of complex socio-ecological systems, with many different actors and numerous interconnected subsystems. However, the limited interaction between the different subsystems and their agents prevents learning and the emergence of more beneficial outcomes. This article reports on using Agricultural Innovation Platforms to create an environment in which irrigation scheme actors can engage, experiment, learn and build adaptive capacity to increase market-related offtake and move out of poverty … [read more]. Keywords: Agricultural Innovation Platforms; complex systems; smallholder irrigation; marketoriented development; Mozambique; Tanzania; Zimbabwe To cite this article: André F. van Rooyen, Peter Ramshaw, Martin Moyo, Richard Stirzaker & Henning Bjornlund (2017) Theory and application of Agricultural Innovation Platforms for improved irrigation scheme management in Southern Africa, I n t e r n a t i o n a l J o u r n a l o f Wa t e r R e s o u r c e s Development, 33:5, 804-823, DOI: 10.1080/07900627.2017.1321530 Irrigating Africa: policy barriers and opportunities for enhanced productivity of smallholder farmers Sithembile Ndema Mwamakamba, Lindiwe Majele Sibanda, Jamie Pittock, Richard Stirzaker, Henning Bjornlund, Andre van Rooyen, Paiva Munguambe, Makarius Victor Mdemu & Japhet J. Kashaigili
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African governments have ambitious plans to expand irrigated agriculture, though existing smallholder schemes have largely failed to use land and water sustainably or become profitable. Six governmentowned irrigation schemes in Mozambique, Tanzania and Zimbabwe were assessed to identify common policy barriers and opportunities for higher productivity among smallholder farmers. Issues like insecure land tenure systems, unclear institutional arrangements and poor access to markets have contributed to limited profitability. Reform of currently insecure land tenure, strengthening farmer o rg a n i z a t i o n s a n d r e f o r m i n g p o l i c i e s a r e recommended so that governments step back from scheme management and foster market linkages to enable more profitable irrigated agriculture … [read more]. Keywords: Africa; agriculture; smallholder irrigation; policy barriers; governante mechanisms; market access To cite this article: Sithembile Ndema Mwamakamba, Lindiwe Majele Sibanda, Jamie Pittock, Richard Stirzaker, Henning Bjornlund, Andre van Rooyen, Paiva Munguambe, Makarius Victor Mdemu & Japhet J. Kashaigili (2017) Irrigating Africa: policy barriers and opportunities for enhanced productivity of smallholder farmers, International Journal of Water Resources Development, 33:5, 824-838, DOI: 10.1080/07900627.2017.1321531 Communal irrigation systems in South-Eastern Africa: findings on productivity and profitability Jamie Pittock, Henning Bjornlund, Richard Stirzaker & Andre van Rooyen Significant expansion of irrigated agriculture is planned in Africa, though existing smallholder schemes perform poorly. Research at six schemes in Mozambique, Tanzania and Zimbabwe shows that a range of problems are exacerbated by poor management, with limited market linkages leading to underutilization and a lack of profit. Improving sustainability of these complex systems will require: multiple interventions at different scales; investing in people and institutions as much as hardware; … [read more]. Keywords: Africa; agriculture; governance; market access; smallholder irrigation; water productivity To cite this article: Jamie Pittock, Henning Bjornlund, Richard Stirzaker & Andre van Rooyen (2017) Communal irrigation systems in South-Eastern Africa: findings on productivity and profitability, I n t e r n a t i o n a l J o u r n a l o f Wa t e r R e s o u r c e s Development, 33:5, 839-847, DOI: 10.1080/07900627.2017.1324768
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Addressing agriculture, forestry and fisheries in national adaptation plans Abstract: The Addressing agriculture, forestry and fisheries in National Adaptation Plans – Supplementary guidelines (NAP–Ag Guidelines) provide specific guidance for national adaptation planning in the agricultural sectors. They are intended to be used by national planners and decision–makers working on climate change issues in developing countries and authorities and experts within the agriculture sectors who are contributing to climate change adaptation and NAP formulation and implementation. Infos: Type of publication: Book Publishing house: FAO Author(s): K. Karttunen, J. Wolf, C. Garcia, A. Meybeck Publication date: 2017 Number of pages : 116 p. Language : English ISBN 978-92-5-109755-7 Tags: Agricultural development; Agricultural policies; Development aid; Development policies; Integrated rural development; Sustainable development; Rural development strategies; Action plans. Download File: http://www.fao.org/3/a-i6714e.pdf Cite this publication as: FAO. 2017. Addressing agriculture, forestry and fisheries in national adaptation plans. Rome. 116 pp. Agroforestry in rice production landscapes in Southeast Asia: a practical manual Abstract: This publication represents an output of work conducted on trees outside forests (TOF) as part of Regional Rice Initiative (RRI) Phase 2. It provides practical information on the status, benefits and techniques related the use of TOF in rice production landscapes in Southeast Asia. The manual describes the main rice-based farming systems in Southeast Asia, discusses the potential of agroforestry in enhancing the livelihood of smallholder farmers in rice growing areas in Southeast Asia, and gives an overview of traditional and innovative practices integrating trees in rice-based farms and landscapes. The manual also provides practical information to guide the planning, design and management of agroforestry in rice production systems in Southeast Asia, including case studies from several countries in the region. Infos: Type of publication: Book Publishing house: FAO Editor(s): P. Wangpakapattanawong, R. Finlayson, I. Öborn, J.M. Roshetko, F. Sinclair, K. Shono, S. Borelli, A. Hillbrand, M. Conigliaro Publication date: 2017 Number of pages : 106 p. Language : English ISBN 978-92-5-109737-3 Tags: Agroforestry; Rice fields; Rice; Irrigated rice; Climate change; Water levels; Rainfed farming; Integrated land management; Farming systems; Agroforestry systems. Download File: http://www.fao.org/3/a-i7137e.pdf Cite this publication as: FAO. 2017. Agroforestry in rice production landscapes in Southeast Asia: a practical manual. Rome. 106 pp.
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OECD-FAO Agricultural Outlook 2017-2026. Special Focus: Southeast Asia
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The thirteenth joint edition of the OECD-FAO Agricultural Outlook provides market projections for major agricultural commodities, biofuels and fish. The 2017 report contains a special feature on the prospects for, and challenges facing, Southeast Asia. Over the ten-year Outlook period, agricultural markets are projected to remain weak, with growth in China weakening and biofuel policies having less impact on markets than in the past. Future growth in crop production will be attained mostly by increasing yields, and growth in meat and dairy production from both higher animal stocks and improved yields. Agricultural trade is expected to grow more slowly, but remain less sensitive to weak economic conditions than trade in other sectors. These demand, supply and trade pressures are all evident in Southeast Asia, where this report identifies scope to improve agricultural productivity sustainably. Real prices are expected to remain flat or decline for most commodities. Infos: Type of publication: Book Publishing house: OECD/FAO Publication date: 2017 Number of pages : 136 p. Language : English ISBN 978-92-5-109808-0 Tags: Agricultural censuses; Agricultural development; Agricultural practices; Agricultural prices; Agricultural products; Agricultural statistics; Agricultural trade; South East Asia. Download File: http://www.fao.org/3/a-i7465e.pdf Cite this publication as: OECD/FAO (2017), OECD-FAO Agricultural Outlook 2017-2026, OECD Publishing, Paris. http://dx.doi.org/10.1787/agr_outlook-2017-en
Sustainable Land Management (SLM) in practice in the Kagera Basin: Lessons learned for scaling up at landscape level Results of the Kagera Transboundary Agroecosystem Management Project (Kagera TAMP) This book compiles a set of 26 papers that present the direct, practical experiences and results of a large number of local practitioners and experts that supported the Transboundary agroecosystem management project of the Kagera river basin (Kagera TAMP) during the period 2010-2015. The book has been compiled by the Land and Water Division of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) to reflect the wide range of experiences, approaches and tools that were used for promoting participatory diagnostics, adaptive management and adoption of sustainable land and agro-ecosystem management (SLaM) practices from farm to watershed / landscape scale. The project was supported by the Global Environment Facility (GEF), the Governments of the four countries that share the transboundary basin - Burundi, Rwanda, the United Republic of Tanzania and Uganda and project partners. It is hoped that the lessons learned are considered and taken up by the Governments and the TerrAfrica partnership for scaling up and mainstreaming SLaM as part of the wider set of lessons learned from the 36 projects in 26 countries under the Terrafrica Strategic Investment programme, including Kagera TAMP. Infos: Type of publication: Book Publishing house: FAO Publication date: 2017 Number of pages : 452 p. Language : English ISBN 978-92-5-109403-7 Tags: Sustainable land management; Landscape; Ecosystems; participatory approaches; Farmer field schools; Burundi; Rwanda; United Republic of Tanzania; Uganda. Download File: http://www.fao.org/3/a-i6085e.pdf Cite this publication as: FAO. 2017. Sustainable Land Management (SLM) in practice in the Kagera Basin. Lessons learned for scaling up at landscape level - Results of the Kagera Transboundary Agro-ecosystem Management Project (Kagera TAMP). Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, Rome, Italy. 440 pp.
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Tags: Organic compounds; Carbon; Soil organic matter; Grasslands; Carbon cycle; Carbon stock assessments; Peatlands; Permafrost areas; Carbon sequestration; Dryland management. Download File: http://www.fao.org/3/b-i7268e.pdf Cite this publication as: FAO. 2017. Unlocking the Potential of Soil Organic Carbon : Outcome Document of the Global Symposium on Soil Organic Carbon, 21-23 March 2017, FAO Headquarters, Rome, Italy. 36 pp.
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The overall aim of the symposium was to review the role of soils and SOC in the context of climate change, sustainable development and land degradation neutrality (LDN). The threeday symposium was structured around three main themes focusing on the assessment of SOC, the maintenance and increase of SOC stocks, and SOC management in speciďŹ c types of soil. Infos: Type of publication: Book Publishing house: FAO Publication date: 2017 Number of pages : 36 p. Language : English ISBN 978-92-5-109759-5
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FAO Repository Library reviews: Animal production and health Water and fodder availability along livestock trade routes in the Horn of Africa. A baseline report. This report consolidates ďŹ ndings from previous activities by FAO and other stakeholders, and identiďŹ es in the four focus countries (Ethiopia, Sudan, Djibouti & Somalia): - the location and direction of the main livestock trade routes, - appropriate sites for rehabilitation & development of strategic livestock water sources, - good practices on fodder production and commercialization units as well as rehabilitation of natural rangelands in production areas and along the livestock export trade routes, and potential sites for replication/upscaling of these practices. Infos: Type of publication: Book Publishing house: FAO Publication date: 2017 Number of pages : 94 p. Language : English ISBN 978-92-5-109636-9 Tags: Water resources; Animal production; Livestock; Africa; Download File: http://www.fao.org/3/a-i6828e.pdf Cite this publication as: FAO. 2017. Water and fodder availability along livestock trade routes in the Horn of Africa. A baseline report. Addis Ababa. 94 pp.
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FAO Repository Library reviews: Economic and social development Rice-rice and rice-shrimp production. A gender perspective on labour, time use and access to technologies and services in southern Viet Nam. Within the framework of supporting sustainable production in a context of rural transformation, this study focuses on smallholder farms in Soc Trang, southern Viet Nam. Its purpose is to highlight and compare women and men's contributions to two integrated, ricebased farming systems and explore how gender norms affect labour and access to productive inputs, technologies and services: the first is a more traditional production system centred on double rice cropping, while the second adopted an innovative practice which integrates rice and aquaculture (shrimp farming). The conclusion introduces a set of key findings and research, policy and project implementation recommendations. Infos: Type of publication: Book Publishing house: FAO Author(s): F. Grassi, T. Paris, T. Chi Publication date: 2017 Number of pages : 65 p. Language : English ISBN 978-92-5-109760-1 Tags: Rice; Prawns and shrimps; Fishery production; Gender; Economics; Technology; Production data; Labour costs; Division of labour; Income distribution; Rural development; Best practices; Training courses; Sustainable development; Viet Nam. Download File: http://www.fao.org/3/a-i7277e.pdf Cite this publication as: FAO. 2017. Rice-rice and rice-shrimp production. A gender perspective on labour, time use and access to technologies and services in southern Viet Nam. Rome. 65 pp. Trade and Food Standards This publication explains how international food safety standards are set through the Joint Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations and World Health Organization (FAO/WHO) Food Standards Programme – the Codex Alimentarius Commission – and how these standards are applied in the context of the World Trade Organization (WTO) Agreements on the Application of Sanitary and Phytosanitary Measures (SPS Agreement) and on Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT Agreement).Through the FAO/WHO Codex Alimentarius, members establish science-based, internationally agreed food standards. The publication describes the two organizations, how they operate together, and how countries can and should engage to keep international food standards up to date and relevant, and to resolve trade issues. The publication also highlights the need to invest in domestic capacities to be prepared now and in the future to keep food safe and to ensure that trade flows smoothly. The publication also illustrates some of the drivers of change in the area of food regulation, underlining the need for governments to be constantly attentive and ready to pick up on challenges and new opportunities, be they related to human health, consumer preferences or evolutions in technology. Members will need strong institutions and national capacity to respond to these challenges, both domestically and in the dynamic international system of food standards and trade rules that they have created. They will need to be flexible and forward looking, to enjoy the benefits and manage the risks the future holds, mindful that food is a commodity like no other. Infos: Type of publication: Book Publishing house: FAO/WTO Publication date: 2017 Number of pages : 72 p. Language : English ISBN 978-92-5-109793-9 Tags: Codex alimentarius; Food standards; Food quality; Trade; Guidelines; Food safety; Standards. Download File: http://www.fao.org/3/a-i7407e.PDF Cite this publication as: FAO/WTO. 2017. Trade and Food Standard. Rome. 72 pp.
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FAO Repository Library reviews: Fisheries and aquaculture Aquaculture zoning, site selection and area management under the ecosystem approach to aquaculture. A handbook. The ecosystem approach to aquaculture provides the conceptual guideline for spatial planning and management. This publication describes the major steps related to these activities. The rationale for and objectives of each step, the ways (methodologies) to implement it, and the means (tools) that are available to enable a methodology are described in a stepwise fashion. Recommendations to practitioners and policy-makers are provided. A separate policy brief accompanies this paper. The benefits from spatial planning and management are numerous and include higher productivity and returns for investors, and more effective mitigation of environmental, economic and social risks, the details of which are provided in this paper. This publication is organized in two parts. Part one is the “Guidance”; it is the main body of the document and describes the processes and steps for spatial planning, including aquaculture zoning, site selection and area management. Part two of the publication includes six annexes that present key topics, including: (i) binding and non-legally binding international instruments, which set the context for sustainable national aquaculture; (ii) biosecurity zoning; (iii) aquaculture certification and zonal management; (iv) an overview of key tools and models that can be used to facilitate and inform the spatial planning process; (v) case studies from ten countries – Brazil, Chile, China, Indonesia, Mexico, Oman, the Philippines, Turkey, Uganda and the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland; and (vi) a workshop report. Infos: Type of publication: Book Publishing house: FAO/World Bank Publication date: 2017 Number of pages : 75 p. Language : English ISBN 978-92-5-109638-3 Tags: Resource management; Ecosystem approaches; Fisheries; Aquaculture; Economic activities. Download File: http://www.fao.org/3/a-i6834e.pdf Cite this publication as: FAO/World Bank. 2017. Aquaculture zoning, site selection and area management under the ecosystem approach to aquaculture. A handbook. Rome. 75 pp.
Social and economic performance of tilapia farming in Africa World tilapia aquaculture production grew 12 percent annually, from less than a half million tonnes in the early 1990s to over 5 million tonnes in the mid-2010s. Africa accounted for 20 percent of the growth. Yet most of the contribution came from Egypt, whereas in the mid2010s countries in sub-Saharan Africa accounted for less than 20 percent of tilapia aquaculture production in Africa and less than 4 percent of the world production. In light of the potential fish demand driven by population and economic growth in Africa where tilapia is a native species favoured by most consumers, there is little doubt that there is great potential for the development of tilapia farming in Africa and in sub-Saharan Africa in particular. However, an appropriate development policy and sector management are needed to realize the potential. This collective volume includes five studies on tilapia farming in Egypt, Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria and Uganda, which together accounted for nearly 95 percent of Africa's tilapia aquaculture production in the mid-2010s. Each study provides a comprehensive account for the development of tilapia farming in the respective country with focus on the social and economic dimensions. Tilapia value chains are analysed in the context of the entire aquaculture or fish value chains from various perspectives (e.g. technical, economic, social and institutional). Issues, constraints and challenges are highlighted and discussed. Potential solutions are recommended. Despite the vast information and knowledge provided by the studies, there are still many unknowns about tilapia farming in Africa, especially on the economic performance. Further study is needed to fill the information and knowledge gaps. Infos: Type of publication: Book
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Publishing house: FAO Author(s): J. Cai, K. Quagrainie, N. Hishamunda Publication date: 2017 Number of pages : 158 p. Language : English ISBN 978-92-5-109756-4
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Tags: Tilapia; Fish culture; Fishery production; Aquaculture techniques; Cage culture; Fishery economics; Development plans; Farming systems. Download File: http://www.fao.org/3/a-i7258e.pdf Cite this publication as: FAO. 2017. Social and economic performance of tilapia farming in Africa. Rome. 158 pp. GLOBEFISH Highlights - Issue 2/2017 APRIL 2017, with Annual 2016 Statistics The publication contains a detailed quarterly update on market trends for a variety of major commodities. Combining the price information collected for the European Price Report with other market survey data collected by FAO GLOBEFISH, the report provides a detailed update on market trends for a variety of major commodities. Key market data is presented in a time series tabular or graphical form with written analysis of trends and key events and news affecting commodities such as tuna, groundfish, small pelagics, shrimp, salmon, fishmeal and fish oil, cephalopods, bivalves and crustacea. Infos: Corporate author: Fisheries and Aquaculture Economics and Policy Division Year of publication: 2017 Publisher: FAO Pages: #80 p. ISBN: ISBN 978-92-5-109778-6 Office: Fisheries and Aquaculture Department Tags: Fisheries; Marine fisheries; Fishery resources; Aquaculture statistics; Seafoods; Markets; Prices; Information dissemination; Salmon; Tuna; Statistics. Download File: http://www.fao.org/3/a-i7332e.pdf Cite this publication as: FAO. 2017. Social and economic performance of tilapia farming in Africa. Rome. 158 pp. Review and analysis of international legal and policy instruments related to deep-sea fisheries and biodiversity conservation in areas beyond national jurisdiction / James Harrison … [et al.]. - Rome : FAO, 2017. - 96 p. : ill. - [ISBN] 978-92-5-109700-7. The purpose of this document is to identify the range of instruments that are relevant to deepsea fishing and its impacts on marine biological diversity in areas beyond national jurisdiction, with a view to providing advice to states on what steps may be necessary to implement these ienstruments at the national level. The document is specifically targeted to government offcials who wish to familiarize themselves with the international instruments related to deep-sea fishing and its impacts on marine biological diversity in areas beyond national jurisdiction, as of January 2017. Infos: Type of publication: Book Publishing house: FAO Publication date: 2017 Number of pages : 96 p. Language : English ISBN 978-92-5-109700-7 Tags: Legal frameworks; High water; Biodiversity conservation; Fisheries; Illegal practices; Marine fisheries; Marine resources. Download File: http://www.fao.org/3/a-i7009e.pdf Cite this publication as: FAO. 2017. Review and analysis of international legal and policy instruments related to deep-sea fisheries and biodiversity conservation in areas beyond national jurisdiction. Rome. 96 pp.
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FAO Repository Library reviews: Forestry Forests for kids: Teaching guide (age 8 -13) This teaching guide aims to introduce students aged 8–13 to the many aspects and roles of forests, while allowing teachers to meet curricular objectives within the fields of science, geography and citizenship, among others. The teaching modules focus on defining forests, investigating their role in the water cycle, exploring some of their products and introducing students to sustainable forest management. Drawing inspiration from the internationally recognized enquiry method, the modules promote “learning by doing”, in classrooms or under the trees, although reading and writing exercises are also included. The teaching guide is complemented by a richly illustrated learning guide for pupils. Infos: Year of publication: 2017 Publisher: FAO Pages: #68 p. ISBN: 978-92-5-109440-2
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Forests for kids: Learning guide This beautifully illustrated learning guide aims to introduce students aged 8–13 to the many aspects and roles of forests. It accompanies and complements the Forests for kids teaching guide, tying in with curricula in the fields of science, geography and citizenship, among others. The modules focus on defining forests, investigating their role in the water cycle, exploring some of their products and introducing students to sustainable forest management. Drawing inspiration from the internationally recognized enquiry method, the modules promote “learning by doing”, in classrooms or under the trees, although reading and writing exercises are also included. Infos: Year of publication: 2016 Publisher: FAO Pages: #52 p. ISBN: 978-92-5-109439-6 Tags: educational resources; extension materials; teaching materials; school children; forestry development; forestry production; sustainable forestry; sustainable forest management; water resources; carbon sequestration; climate change mitigation; Download File: http://www.fao.org/3/a-i6207e.pdf Cite this publication as: FAO. 2017. Forests for kids: Learning guide. Rome. 52 pp.
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Women's political participation in Egypt: Perspectives from Giza Despite their struggle and commitment, women have historically been underrepresented in Egyptian political life. Which factors impact on women's ambitions to reach decision-making positions in Egyptian society? How women do evaluate their involvement in political parties and trade unions? Through a participative survey involving 120 people in Giza's local communities, this diagnosis brings out some avenues to enhance women's presence in the public sphere. First, it examines women's participation in political life in the post-revolution and the national legislation's development. Then, it explores the reasons for women's failure in the elections and the challenges to increase women's presence in politics. At the end, it offers ideas on how political parties and trade unions could change their structure in order to obtain an effective participation of women. It also provides inputs to the media in order to develop a discourse that supports women's engagement in political life.
Tags: Gender; Gender mainstreaming; Women's participation; Role of women; Social structure. Download File: 3.151.diagnosiswomenpoliticalparticipationegypten.pdf Cite this publication as: IEMed. 2017. Women's political participation in Egypt: Perspectives from Giza. Barcelona. 26 pp.
Women's participation in municipal councils in Irbid This diagnosis gives an overview of women's participation in municipal councils in the region of Liwa Al Koura, in Irbid. It builds upon discussions and consultations with NGOs and local leaders, women members of municipal councils (elected or appointed) and women who had been candidates in municipal council elections. First, it examines the legislation and laws related to Jordanian women participation in politics. Then, it shows the administrative obstacles and the social and cultural challenges that women face as members of executive and local councils. It also analyses how the quota has impacted on women's access to the national Parliament. Finally, the diagnosis provides recommendations for enhancing women's presence in local governments, decision-making positions and political life in general. Infos: Type of publication : Study / Report Author : Building Bridges Association Publishing house : Euro-Mediterranean Women's Foundation, European Institute of the Mediterranean Publication date : 2017 Number of pages : 26 Language : English Tags: Gender; Gender mainstreaming; Women's participation; Role of women; Social structure. Download File: 3.144.diagnosislocalcoucilparticipationjordanen.pdf Cite this publication as: IEMed. 2017. Women's participation in municipal councils in Irbid. 26 pp.
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Infos: Type of publication : Study / Report Author : The European Institute of the Mediterranean (IEMed) Publishing house: Euro-Mediterranean Women's Foundation, European Institute of the Mediterranean Publication date: 2017 Number of pages: 26 pp. Language : English
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Field diagnosis: Gender-based violence in Marrakech – Safi This study analyzes the effectiveness of gender equality policies and the issue of genderbased violence (GBV) in the Marrakech-Safi region. The diagnosis is based on a holistic approach. First, it addresses the socio-demographic characteristics and political representation of women in the Marrakech-Safi region. Secondly, it focuses on the impact of local policies in the fight against GBV, in particular in the field of early marriage. This document provides an overview of the progress made and the remaining challenges in terms of implementing international laws on women's human rights at the local level. To this end, the Federation of Women's Rights Leagues in Marrakech-Safi mobilized numerous actors such as NGOs, the research group on women's studies at the Cadi Ayyad University in Marrakech, state institutions, regional authorities, etc. Infos: Type of publication : Study / Report Author : Fédération des ligues des droits des femmes de Marrakech-Safi Publishing house : Euro-Mediterranean Women's Foundation, European Institute of the Mediterranean Publication date : 2017 Number of pages : 25 Language : English
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Tags: Gender; Gender mainstreaming; Women's participation; Role of women; Social structure. Download File: 3.132.diagnosisvbgmoroccoen.pdf Cite this publication as: IEMed. 2017. Field diagnosis: Gender-based violence in Marrakech – Safi. 25 pp.
Advocating for Women in the Euro-Mediterranean Region This analysis presents 12 successful practices in advocacy and policy dialogue pertaining to gender equality, developed in the Euro-Mediterranean region.With the aim to foster the transfer of the lessons learnt, this analysis proposes approaches and tools (grassroots mobilization, capacity-building, lobbying, international human rights mechanisms…) to mobilize policy makers and public opinion in favor of women's rights. Furthermore, the analysis is based on eight components: background, scope and objectives, strategies, operations and activities, partnerships and engaging stakeholders, impact, critical factors for success and lastly lessons learned. This overview provides a tool to outline critical success factors that can be useful for all those actors willing to engage in policy dialogue and advocacy for gender equality. Infos: Type of publication : Foundation Production Author : Euro-Mediterranean Women´s Foundation (EMWF) Publishing house : Euro-Mediterranean Women´s Foundation (EMWF) Publication date : 2016 Number of pages : 109 Language : English Tags: Gender; Gender equality; Social policies; Women's participation; Role of women; Social structure. Download File: practicesfromthefield.pdf Cite this publication as: IEMed. 2017. Women in the Mediterranean. First monitoring report of the Euro-Mediterranean Women's Foundation's Ministerial Conferences. Barcelona. 365 pp.
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Women in the Mediterranean. First monitoring report of the Euro-Mediterranean Women's Foundation's Ministerial Conferences Since the Euro-Mediterranean Women's Foundation (EMWF) has been launched, the Foundation is committed to monitoring progress in achieving commitments of the Union for the Mediterranean States on strengthening the role of women in the society. In 2014, the EMWF has selected to work with 12 Euro-Mediterranean countries on 3 main themes: women's participation in the economic, professional and social life; women's participation in political life, and violence against women. Case studies by country, including a summary and conclusions, identify barriers to women's empowerment and propose changes in the region. Infos: Type of publication : Study / Report Author : Euro-Mediterranean Women´s Foundation (EMWF) Publishing house : Icaria Publication date : 2018 Number of pages : 365 Language : English and French (bilingual) Tags: Gender; Gender equality; Social policies; Women's participation; Role of women; Social structure; Mediterranean region.
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Annual Report 2016–2017 The Annual Report documents UN Women's work to foster women's empowerment and gender equality around the world. It highlights some of the organization's initiatives during the year and provides summary financial statements, a list of new programmes and projects, and contact information. This year's report showcases the many ways in which we support work at country and global level to turn the aims of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development into results for women and girls worldwide, working closely with Member States and a wide range of partners to realize rights and build resilience. In 2016, the first year of implementing the Sustainable Development Goals, we supported women to claim their right to equal treatment under the law, to gain elected office, to draw on the power of innovation and technology, and to become leaders through sports, among many other initiatives. We also supported civil society and women's rights activists to inform and influence crucial policy discussions. Infos: Type of publication : Study / Report Author : Euro-Mediterranean Women´s Foundation (EMWF) Publishing house : Icaria Publication date : 2018 Number of pages : 365 Language : English and French (bilingual) Tags: Gender; Gender equality; Sustainable development; Social policies; Women's participation; Role of women; Social structure. Download File: http://www.unwomen.org/-/media/annual%20report/attachments/sections/library/un-women-annualreport-2016-2017-en.pdf?vs=2125 Cite this publication as: UN Women. 2017. Annual Report 2016–2017. New York. 365 pp.
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Understanding masculinities, results from the International Men and Gender Equality Study in the Middle East and North Africa
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The International Men and Gender Equality Survey – Middle East and North Africa (IMAGES MENA) study includes quantitative and qualitative research with men and women aged 18 to 59 in Egypt, Lebanon, Morocco, and Palestine. Local research partners are: (1) Egypt: El-Zanaty and Associates; Social Research Center, American University in Cairo (AUC); (2) Lebanon: Connecting Research to Development (CRD); ABAAD; (3) Morocco: Association Migration Internationale (AMI); Rajaa Nadifi (independent researcher); Gaëlle Gillot (independent researcher); (4) Palestine: Institute of Women's Studies at Birzeit University. The multi-country study and its dissemination were coordinated by Promundo and UN Women, under the UN Women Regional Programme Men and Women for Gender Equality funded by the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida), with additional support from the Arcus Foundation, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands (via Prevention+), the U.S. Institute of Peace, the U.S. Department of State in partnership with Vital Voices, and the Oak Foundation. This report presents the first round of IMAGES data collection in the MENA region that was carried out from April 2016 to March 2017. Other studies in the region are currently being planned. National reports are being produced in the four countries, further elaborating on the research findings and providing country-specific recommendations. Infos: Type of publication : Study / Report Author : Euro-Mediterranean Women´s Foundation (EMWF) Publishing house : Icaria Publication date : 2018 Number of pages : 365 Language : English and French (bilingual) Tags: Gender; Gender equality; Associations; Sustainable development; Social policies; Women's participation; Role of women; Social structure. Download File: http://imagesmena.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/2017/05/IMAGES-MENA-Multi-Country-ReportEN-16May2017-web.pdf Cite this publication as: UN Women. 2017. Understanding masculinities, results from the International Men and Gender Equality Study in the Middle East and North Africa. New York. 365 pp.
Corporate evaluation of UN Women's strategic partnerships for gender equality and the empowerment of women: Final synthesis report Partnerships are an essential aspect of our work but are often overlooked when we evaluate the results of our work. The skill set, time and resources necessary for ensuring truly effective strategic partnerships are often underestimated. In 2015–2016, the UN Women Independent Evaluation Office undertook a corporate evaluation of UN Women's strategic partnerships for gender equality and women's empowerment. The evaluation is intended to enhance UN Women's approach to strategic partnerships with the aim of ensuring that gender equality is reached by 2030. It was also expected to contribute to an understanding of how UN Women's strategic partnerships can facilitate a strong position for gender equality and women's empowerment within the current global development context and the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Infos: Resource Type: Evaluation reports UN Women office involved in publication: UN Women Headquarters Publication year: 2017 Number of pages: 114 pp. Publishing Entities: United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN Women)
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Tags: Monitoring and evaluation; Partnerships; Accountability in the UN system; Monitoring, evaluation and reporting. Download File: http://www.unwomen.org//media/headquarters/attachments/sections/library/publications/2017/strategic-partnerships-evaluation-reporten.pdf?vs=410 Cite this publication as: UN Women. 2017. Corporate evaluation of UN Women's strategic partnerships for gender equality and the empowerment of women: Final synthesis report. New York. 114 pp.
There are 1.8 billion young people aged 10-24 years old in the world—the largest youth population ever. The new 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development is largely about youth and for the youth. Therefore, we cannot dismiss today's young men and young women as solely the beneficiaries of development or even as the leaders of tomorrow – for they are already leading today! The force and inspirations of our youngest leaders represent one of the critical drivers for accelerating progress on sustainable development and gender equality. Our youth and gender equality strategy seeks to empower young women and young men as partners in achieving gender equality. The LEAPs Framework, includes three thematic pillars – leadership of young women in all spheres strengthened, Economic empowerment and skills development of young women, and Action on ending violence against young women and girls – and three crosscutting approaches: Strengthening participation, voice and partnerships with young women and their organizations, partnerships with young men as partners of gender equality; and intergenerational partnerships throughout the life cycle to achieve a gender transformative society. Infos: Subject area(s): Youth; Gender Resource Type: Policy strategies UN Women office involved in publication: UN Women Headquarters Publication year: 2017 Publishing Entities: United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN Women) Tags: Gender; Gender equality; Organizations; Sustainable development; Social policies; Women's participation; Role of women; Social structure. Download File: http://www.unwomen.org/-/media/headquarters/attachments/sections/library/publications/2017/youthleap-into-gender-equality.pdf?vs=5054 Cite this publication as: UN Women. 2017. Youth LEAP into gender equality. New York. 28 pp.
'Leaving no one behind' in action This brief contains observations from the Fund for Gender Equality's (FGE) seven-year experience working with civil society. Gender equality is at the forefront of the 2030 Development Agenda. The Sustainable Development Goals include a stand-alone goal to advance equality, and gender-related targets mainstreamed across the Global Goals. If something has opened a door for drastic progress in the lives of women and girls worldwide, it is the principle of leaving no one behind. Leaving no one behind means prioritizing human beings' dignity and placing the progress of the most marginalized communities first—women and girls being all too often at the top of the list. It urges us to address the structural causes of inequality and marginalization that affect them. This ambitious undertaking requires a collective effort to identify and share effective strategies to operationalize this concept. This brief offers practical insights based on the experience of the FGE in working with marginalized populations through its support to women-led civil society organizations (CSOs). Infos: Subject area(s): Gender equality and women's empowerment; Gender equality and inequality; Gender
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mainstreaming; Post-2015 Development Agenda and SDGs; Trust funds; Fund for Gender Equality UN Women office involved in publication: UN Women Headquarters Publication year: 2017 Number of pages: 8 pp. Publishing Entities: United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN Women) Tags: Gender; Gender equality; Organizations; Working population; Sustainable development; Social policies; Women's participation; Role of women; Social structure. Download File: http://www.unwomen.org/-/media/headquarters/attachments/sections/library/publications/2017/fgeleaving-no-one-behind-in-action-2017-en.pdf?vs=5026 Cite this publication as: UN Women. 2017. 'Leaving no one behind' in action. New York. 8 pp.
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Shaping the international agenda: Raising women's voices in intergovernmental forums This publication aims to build knowledge on women's participation in national delegations to meetings of international organizations' governing bodies and their leadership roles in these meetings. It is based on responses to a questionnaire addressed to members of the United Nations Governing Bodies Secretariat and of the International Gender Champions–Geneva. Although the results of the survey may not be representative of all United Nations organizations, they have yielded important information on the current policies and practices in the 23 entities that took part. Based on the responses, six types of actions to improve women's participation in governing body meetings have been identified: (a) explicit policies and mandated targets; (b) tracking and reporting; (c) training and capacity-building; (d) financial support; (e) advocacy and networking; and (f) communications strategies. The survey results are complemented by an overview of intergovernmental and inter-agency frameworks and trends in women's participation in national Governments and intergovernmental forums. Best practices in promoting women's participation at different levels – national and multilateral – are also presented with the aim of informing concrete recommendations on the way forward to realize gender balance in international organizations' governing bodies. As the first publication of its kind, it is intended to be a handy source of information and advocacy tool that can empower a wide range of gender-equality advocates to champion gender equality, women's empowerment and gender balance in their work and across their networks. Infos: Languages available: English Order from: jean-luc.bories[at]unwomen.org Bibliographic information Subject area(s): Intergovernmental processes; Leadership and political participation; Decision-making Resource Type: Best practices UN Women office involved in publication: UN Women Headquarters Publication year: 2017 Number of pages: 20 pp. Publishing Entities: United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN Women) Tags: Gender; Gender equality; International organizations; Sustainable development; Social policies; Women's participation; Role of women; Social structure. Download File: http://www.unwomen.org/-/media/headquarters/attachments/sections/library/publications/2017/raisingwomens-voices-in-intergovernmental-forums.pdfvs=2321 Cite this publication as: UN Women. 2017. Shaping the international agenda: Raising women's voices in intergovernmental forums. New York. 20 pp.
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Recommendations for addressing women's human rights in the global compact for safe, orderly and regular migration This document provides recommendations that underline the need for a human rights-based and gender-responsive approach to migration governance and give clear direction on the full inclusion of women's rights in the formulation and implementation of the global compact on safe, orderly and regular migration. This comprehensive list of recommendations highlights specific areas that need to be strengthened in order to ensure that the rights of migrant women and girls are promoted and protected at all stages of migration, whilst simultaneously recognizing women's agency throughout the migration process. This document represents the outcome of an expert meeting hosted in Geneva by UN Women and the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in November 2016. The meeting brought together leading experts from relevant treaty bodies, select UN agencies and civil society organizations.
Tags: Gender; Gender equality; Human rights; Sustainable development; Social policies; Women's participation; Role of women; Social structure. Download File: http://www.unwomen.org//media/headquarters/attachments/sections/library/publications/2017/addressing-womens-human-rights-migrationen.pdf?vs=4301 Cite this publication as: UN Women. 2017. Recommendations for addressing women's human rights in the global compact for safe, orderly and regular migration. New York. 14 pp.
At what cost? Women migrant workers, remittances and development This report is produced by UN Women's Economic Empowerment Section for the “Promoting and Protecting Women Migrant Workers' Labour and Human Rights” Project, supported by the European Union. This report is the third in a series of three reports designed to build on the growing body of scholarship pertaining to gender and migration, and is a resource for the creation of gender-sensitive policies and practices aimed at empowering women migrant workers. The third report illustrates and discusses the nuanced interaction between women's migration for labour, their scope of contributions to development, and the economic, social and personal costs incurred throughout their migration. In exploring this complexity, the report highlights the importance of labour and human rights to realizing the human development potential of women's labour migration while critically considering what constitutes development: by whom, for whom, and at what cost. The report illustrates how gender mainstreaming of the migration for development model can enhance the protection of rights and opportunities for women migrant workers, and contribute to more inclusive and sustainable development. Infos: Authors/editor(s): J. Hennebry, J. Holliday and M. Moniruzzaman Subject area(s): Economic empowerment; Migration Resource Type: Research papers UN Women office involved in publication: UN Women Headquarters Publication year: 2017 ISBN/ISSN: 978-1-63214-075-3 Publishing Entities: United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN Women) Tags: Gender; Gender mainstreaming; Gender equality; Human rights; Migrant labour; Sustainable development; Social policies; Women's participation; Role of women; Social structure.
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Infos: Subject area(s): Economic empowerment; Employment; Migration; Migrant workers Resource Type: Best practices UN Women office involved in publication: UN Women Headquarters Publication year: 2017 Number of pages: 14 pp. Publishing Entities: United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN Women)
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Download File: http://www.unwomen.org/-/media/headquarters/attachments/sections/library/publications/2017/womenmigrant-workers-remittances-and-development.pdf?vs=3414 Cite this publication as: UN Women. 2017. At what cost? Women migrant workers, remittances and development. New York. 86 pp.
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Women working worldwide: A situational analysis of women migrant workers This report is produced by UN Women's Economic Empowerment Section for the “Promoting and Protecting Women Migrant Workers' Labour and Human Rights” Project, supported by the European Union. This report is the first of three designed to build on the growing body of scholarship pertaining to gender and migration, and is a resource for the creation of gender-sensitive policies and practices aimed at empowering women migrant workers. This report draws from the cases of Moldova, Philippines and Mexico to provide a comprehensive analysis that accounts for differences and similarities between migration systems. Specifically, through the use of legal reviews and legislative comparison, the report provides an analysis of existing mechanisms, frameworks, legislation and policies vis-à-vis women migrant workers, with particular attention paid to the alignment of national legislation with international frameworks, like CEDAW. Finally, the report concludes by providing a set of recommendations aimed at global and regional actors, including the ratification of international treaties, enforcement of CEDAW and the creation of a new international instrument to promote and protect the rights of women migrant workers. Infos: Authors/editor(s): Jenna Hennebry, Keegan Williams and Margaret Walton-Roberts Subject area(s): Economic empowerment; Migration; Governance and national planning Resource Type: Research papers UN Women office involved in publication: UN Women Headquarters Publication year: 2017 Number of pages: 110 ISBN/ISSN: 978-1-63214-056-2 Publishing Entities: United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women (UN Women) Tags: Gender; Gender mainstreaming; Migrant labour; Gender equality; Human rights; Sustainable development; Social policies; Women's participation; Role of women; Social structure. Download File: http://www.unwomen.org/-/media/headquarters/attachments/sections/library/publications/2017/womenworking-worldwide.pdf?vs=5704 Cite this publication as: UN Women. 2017. Women working worldwide: A situational analysis of women migrant workers. New York. 110 pp.
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L'edizione 2017 del rapporto sul consumo di suolo in Italia, la quarta dedicata a questo tema, fornisce il quadro aggiornato dei processi di trasformazione del nostro territorio, che continuano a causare la perdita di una risorsa fondamentale, il suolo, con le sue funzioni e i relativi servizi ecosistemici. Il Rapporto analizza l'evoluzione del consumo di suolo all'interno di un più ampio quadro delle trasformazioni territoriali ai diversi livelli, attraverso indicatori utili a valutare le caratteristiche e le tendenze del consumo e fornisce nuove valutazioni sull'impatto della crescita della copertura artificiale del suolo, con particolare attenzione alle funzioni naturali perdute o minacciate. La tutela del patrimonio ambientale, del paesaggio e il riconoscimento del valore del capitale naturale sono compiti e temi che ci richiama l'Europa, fondamentali alla luce delle particolari condizioni di fragilità e di criticità climatiche del nostro paese e rispetto ai quali il Rapporto fornisce il proprio contributo di conoscenza. I dati aggiornati sono prodotti con un dettaglio a scala nazionale, regionale e comunale, grazie all'impegno del Sistema Nazionale per la Protezione dell'Ambiente (SNPA), che vede ISPRA insieme alle Agenzie per la protezione dell'ambiente delle Regioni e delle Province Autonome, in un lavoro congiunto di monitoraggio svolto anche utilizzando le migliori informazioni che le nuove tecnologie sono in grado di offrire. È infatti compito del Sistema seguire le trasformazioni del territorio e la perdita di suolo naturale, agricolo e semi naturale, inteso come risorsa ambientale essenziale e fondamentalmente non rinnovabile, vitale per il nostro ambiente, il nostro benessere e la nostra stessa economia. Questo ruolo di sentinella, richiamato dalla stessa recentissima legge istitutiva del SNPA, è fondamentale soprattutto in questa fase di attesa di una normativa compiuta, ancora oggi in discussione in Parlamento, che ci auguriamo possa garantire il progressivo rallentamento e il rapido azzeramento del consumo di suolo netto in Italia. Anche quest'anno il Rapporto si arricchisce dei contributi di soggetti esterni al SNPA, sia del mondo istituzionale sia della ricerca, al fine di rappresentare la migliore conoscenza disponibile sul tema e dare conto dei risultati ottenuti da importanti progetti europei in questo campo. Come sempre i dati completi del consumo del suolo, dello stato di artificializzazione del territorio e delle diverse forme insediative presenti sono rilasciati in formato aperto e liberamente accessibili sul sito dell'ISPRA e rappresentano uno strumento che l'Istituto mette a disposizione dell'intera comunità istituzionale e scientifica nazionale. Il Rapporto, la cui valenza è ormai riconosciuta come base conoscitiva trasversale alle diverse politiche e attività sul territorio, costituisce un fondamentale supporto del SNPA per lo sviluppo del quadro normativo in materia di monitoraggio e di valutazione delle trasformazioni del territorio e dell'ambiente e al contempo per fornire ai responsabili delle decisioni a livello locale informazioni specifiche per limitare, mitigare o compensare l'impermeabilizzazione del suolo e per la pianificazione urbanistica e territoriale. I dati di quest'anno mostrano ancora la criticità del consumo di suolo nelle zone periurbane e urbane a bassa densità, in cui si rileva un continuo e significativo incremento delle superfici artificiali, con un aumento della densità del costruito a scapito delle aree agricole e naturali, unitamente alla criticità delle aree nell'intorno del sistema infrastrutturale, più frammentate e oggetto di interventi di artificializzazione a causa della maggiore accessibilità. I dati confermano l'avanzare di fenomeni quali la diffusione, la dispersione, la decentralizzazione urbana da un lato e la densificazione di aree urbane dall'altro, accompagnati da un'intensificazione agricola. Tali processi riguardano soprattutto le aree costiere mediterranee e le aree di pianura, mentre al contempo, soprattutto in aree marginali, si assiste all'abbandono delle terre e alla frammentazione delle aree naturali. In questo quadro lo sforzo del SNPA con il Rapporto si pone come punto fermo, fornendo un supporto conoscitivo autorevole per l'impostazione e la definizione di un efficace nuovo quadro normativo e per un maggiore orientamento delle politiche territoriali verso la sostenibilità ambientale e la tutela del paesaggio. Publishing Entities: ISPRA - Istituto Superiore per la Protezione e la Ricerca Ambientale Publication year: 2017 Number of pages: 186 ISBN/ISSN: 978-88-448-0831-0
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Sustainable forestry for food security and nutrition. A report by The High Level Panel of Experts on Food Security and Nutrition In October 2014, at its 41st session, the Committee on World Food Security (CFS) requested the High Level Panel of Experts (HLPE) to prepare a study on sustainable forestry for food security and nutrition (FSN) to inform the debates at the 44th CFS Plenary Session of October 2017. The key issue here is the multiple contributions of forests and trees to FSN1 in its four dimensions and how they can be optimized, at different spatial and temporal scales, in a context of increasing and competing demands on land, forests and trees (including for wood, food, energy and ecosystem services), as well as of climate change. This report is an evidence-based, comprehensive analysis of the diverse, direct and indirect, contributions of forests and trees to FSN. Chapter 1 examines the linkages between forests and FSN and proposes, for the purpose of this report, a conceptual framework and a forest typology grounded on management criteria. Chapter 2 provides an in-depth analysis of the channels through which forests and trees contribute to FSN. Chapter 3 reviews the state of the world's forests and identifies challenges and opportunities for forestry in relation to FSN. Chapter 4 is solution-oriented and discusses how to optimize the contributions of forests and trees to FSN in a sustainable manner. Forests and trees contribute to food security and nutrition in multiple ways. They provide wood, energy, foods and other products. They generate income and employment for many people, often the most vulnerable. They deliver eco system services vital for food security and nutrition in the long term, including water and carbon cycle regulation and protection of biodiversity. These contributions vary according to types of forests and the way they are managed. Increasing and competing demands on land, forests and trees create new challenges and opportunities and impact food security and nutrition. This report calls for a renewed understanding of sustainable forestry in order to fully integrate the different functions of forests and trees, from farm and landscape to global levels, as well as at different timescales, for enhanced food security and nutrition and sustainable development. This requires inclusive and integrative governance mechanisms at different scales that enable the full and effective participation of concerned stakeholders, particularly of forest-dependent indigenous peoples and local communities. Referencing this report: HLPE. 2017. Sustainable forestry for food security and nutrition. A report by the High Level Panel of Experts on Food Security and Nutrition of the Committee on World Food Security, Rome.
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