The course introduces students to the concept of gender, gender analysis and the role of gender in forestry and allied resources. Course Objectives· To introduce students to the fundamental gender issues in forestry development· To introduce students to approaches to gender analysis and gender mainstreaming in sustainable natural resource managementTo provide students with basic knowledge on integrating gender-related legislation, culture and gender in Forestry/Agroforestry management in Uganda
By the end of the course, the students should be able to:· Apply the Gender tools and Analytical frameworks (Gender Analysis) in natural resource management· Apply Gender Mainstreaming in forestry· Explain the relevant gender analysis approaches