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Title:Gender and Indigenous Knowledge Systems and Sustainable Development
Author:Mohamed-Katerere, Jennifer
Year:1996
Periodical:The Zimbabwe Law Review
Volume:13
Pages:20-26
Language:English
Geographic term:Zimbabwe
Subjects:gender relations
development
indigenous knowledge
environment
Cultural Roles
Law, Legal Issues, and Human Rights
Development and Technology
Abstract:The Government of Zimbabwe has formally committed itself to a policy of sustainable development. Although it is unclear how exactly this term is understood, environment has been identified as a critical factor in its realization. Women in Zimbabwe have a central role in sustainable development. Women need to be identified as independent stakeholders in indigenous knowledge systems and development processes, given their role in livelihood systems and the interrelationship between groups at a local level. However, local knowledge systems and women's management systems have been undermined by the creation of new forms of tenure, the prohibition of certain agricultural practices, the sidelining of women in the planning process, the arrogance of agribusiness, and the negative public image of women portrayed in the media. The full nature of women's knowledge in their roles as farmers, healers, food managers, and care givers needs to be acknowledged within the formal system and appropriately rewarded. Environmental education is a key aspect of this process and should be targeted at policymakers, legislators, managers and planners. Note, ref.
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