About Course

Gender Mainstreaming in Agriculture Training- Kenya

Category: Climate Change and Agriculture Training

Overview

The Expedition

About the Program

Gender Mainstreaming in Agriculture Training equips participants with the knowledge and practical tools to integrate gender perspectives into agricultural policies, programs, and projects. The course focuses on promoting equal access to resources, opportunities, and benefits for both women and men, driving inclusive and equitable agricultural development. Training is available in in-person, virtual, and in-house formats to suit diverse needs. Upon completion, participants receive a certificate that validates their expertise in gender-responsive agricultural practices.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Understand the importance of gender equity in agriculture.
Analyze gender roles and dynamics in agricultural value chains.
Apply gender-sensitive approaches in policy and project design.
Use gender analysis tools for planning and decision-making.
Promote inclusive practices across agricultural institutions and communities.

Target Audience

Agricultural extension officers and development practitioners
Policy makers and program planners
NGOs and community-based organizations
Researchers and academic professionals
Gender focal persons in ministries and donor agencies

Training Duration

Classroom: 5 Days

Online: 7 Days

Training Modules

1: Understanding Gender in the Agricultural Context

Gender concepts, definitions, and terminology
Gender roles and responsibilities in agriculture
Socio-cultural factors influencing gender dynamics
Gender disparities in access to resources and services
The importance of gender equity in agricultural productivity

2: Gender Analysis and Assessment Tools

Introduction to gender analysis frameworks (Harvard, Moser, etc.)
Conducting gender assessments and baseline surveys
Identifying gender gaps in value chains and livelihoods
Tools for collecting and analyzing gender-disaggregated data
Practical case studies in agricultural settings

3: Gender Mainstreaming in Programs and Projects

Principles and steps of gender mainstreaming
Integrating gender in project cycle management
Designing gender-responsive agricultural programs
Monitoring and evaluation from a gender perspective
Ensuring gender-sensitive budgeting and resource allocation

4: Institutionalizing Gender Equality in Agriculture

Developing gender policies and strategies
Gender audit and institutional capacity assessment
Engaging men and boys in gender equality initiatives
Building gender-responsive extension and advisory services
Leadership, advocacy, and accountability mechanisms

5: Promoting Inclusive and Empowering Practices

Women’s empowerment in agri-entrepreneurship and value chains
Access to land, credit, and technology for women farmers
Gender-sensitive climate-smart agriculture
Gender in cooperatives and producer organizations
Scaling best practices and success stories

Delivery Method

This program is taught through a mix of practical activities, theory, group work and case studies. Training manuals and additional reference materials are provided to the participants.