Innovations For Sustainable Rural Development

https://gna.org.gh/2025/11/womens-access-to-farmland-improves-income-and-livelihoods-study/

Women’s access to farmland improves income and livelihoods – Study | Ghana News Agency By Philip Tengzu, GNA  Wechiau (UW/R), Nov. 12, GNA – A study by the Innovations for Sustainable Rural Development (ISRuDev) has revealed that improved access to farmland significantly…

CLIMATE RESILIENCE TRAINING WORKSHOP

The effects of climate change on farming communities cannot be overemphasized. The ravaging impact of unexpected drought spells, low rainfall patterns, heat waves, floods, and high temperatures has drastically reduced local food production. This has led to extreme consequences as, low-income levels, poor health, poverty, poor yields, food insecurity and overall negative impacts on socioeconomic development.

To address these challenges, ISRUDEV, through funding support from the Forest and Farm Facility (FFF) of the FAO and , successfully organized a Climate Resilience Training Workshop aimed at building the capacity of local women on strategic measures to identify adaptive strategies to tackle climate change and its associated effects.

Held at the forecourt of the ISRuDev Field Office at Chogsia in the Wa West District, the workshop trained 30 women leaders, equipping them with knowledge and skills to pass on to their fellow members. Facilitated by ISRUDEV and led by Mr. Yussif Zakaria, the Programs Coordinator and Focal Person for Climate Resilience, participants engaged in interactive sessions where they:
- Assessed the concept of climate change.
- Identified climate change hazards, their causes, and effects.
- Explored adaptive measures and their capacity needs to use those measures to mitigate climate change effects.

Participants were later divided into groups to discuss the above points, considering different crops and livestock. Each group presented their findings and assessments, fostering peer learning and deeper understanding.
We extend our gratitude to FFF, AgriCord and all our partners for supporting this vital initiative. Together, we can build climate-resilient communities and sustainable livelihoods!

ISRuDev Celebrates Women's Day with Women’s Groups

Women are the backbone of community development, playing crucial roles in all sectors of society. Recognizing their contributions, ISRuDev celebrated this year’s International Women’s Day with over 150 women in Chogsia, Wa West District, Upper West Region.

The event was a blend of celebration and empowerment, aimed at breaking gender barriers that perpetuate disparities between men and women.

In his welcome address, Mr. Maxwell Kpeta Maal-eng, Business Development Officer (BDO) for ISRuDev, emphasized the need to bring such celebrations closer to rural communities, especially considering their significant role in agriculture. He highlighted that since ISRuDev has a women-dominated membership, it was important to extend capacity-building initiatives alongside the celebration.

Speaking on the theme “Accelerate Action: Steps Towards Gender Equality and Progress,” Pognaa Amamata Mumuni, Wa Municipal Girl-Child Coordinator and Queen Mother (Pognaa) of Duori, underscored the vital contributions of women in various sectors, including agriculture, trade, marketing, education, healthcare, and domestic responsibilities.

She emphasized the need to involve women in leadership and decision-making at all levels of Ghanaian society to drive sustainable development. “All hands must be on deck to advance gender equality,” she urged.

The celebration was not only a moment of joy but also a platform to inspire action toward gender equality. ISRuDev remains committed to empowering women, advocating for their rights, and creating opportunities that foster inclusive development.