Unveiling the Power of Women in Irrigation

This book provides a comprehensive exploration of the pivotal role women play in irrigation, shedding light on the unique challenges they encounter in the realm of irrigated agriculture. It focuses on six key themes: women's significance in agriculture, their relationship with land, water-related issues, educational opportunities, financial aspects, and the influence of politics on agriculture. Through compelling narratives, it showcases the resilience and adaptability of women in overcoming these challenges, while also emphasizing the profound connection between women and nature through the lens of ecofeminism. The book celebrates women's ability to navigate and thrive amidst these challenges, amplifying their contributions to sustainable irrigation practices.

Provides a distinctive and exclusive perspective from women working in the irrigated sector Explores the vital role of women in agricultural water management in the Global South Examines women's roles in irrigated agriculture in the Ahero Irrigation Scheme in Kenya

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Dr. Mary Okumu Jimoh, Gender & Agricultural Researcher, Heworth Green Enterprises. ****Mary Okumu Jimoh is a passionate scholar and advocate working at the intersection of gender, environment, and social justice. She holds a PhD in Sociology and advanced counselling degrees from the UK and Kenya. With deep experience in research and community engagement, her work centers on sustainability, ecofeminism, and indigenous knowledge. Dr. Jimoh is committed to inclusive development in Africa, especially empowering women in agriculture, education, and climate action. Her dedication to equity and environmental stewardship informs her academic and consulting work. She also runs an urban farm, integrating theory with practical impact.

Sagie Narsiah is Professor of Geography at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, Howard College, Durban, South Africa. He is a geographer by training. His key interest is in the geography of development, focusing on the impact of development policy at various geographical scales and the resistance of communities to neoliberal state interventions. He does this using the lens of water and other basic services. He has ongoing interests in the political economy of South Africa, social and critical theory, local government, boundary disputes, social movements, sustainable livelihoods, and public participation.

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Ch: 1 Women's Role in Agriculture.- Ch: 2 Patriarchy, Women and the Environment.- Ch: 3 Women and the Challenges of Climate Change.- Ch: 4 Inclusive Agriculture: Advancing Women's Participation and Equity in the Sector.- Ch: 5 Chapter Five: Agriculture, Policy and Gender.- Ch: 6 Women's Power in Irrigation: Resilience and the Ecofeminist Link.- Ch: 7 Agriculture (4.0) Women and the future of Farming.