Women are the unsung heroes of our world's food systems. They produce up to 80 per cent of all food in developing countries despite being saddled with a disproportionate share of unpaid work, such as childcare and cooking.

To mark International Women's Day, we explore how gender inequality and gender-based violence can be overcome to build inclusive, sustainable food systems. From El Salvador to Malawi, hear about how rural women are driving climate adaptation and transforming agriculture – and the world – for the better.

This is Farms. Food. Future – a podcast that's good for you, good for the planet and good for farmers. Brought to you by the International Fund for Agricultural Development.

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https://www.ifad.org/en/web/latest/-/women-shaping-sustainable-food-systems-episode-55

• Global Donor Platform for Rural Development - The Donor Platform is a significant organization known as the Global Donor Platform for Rural Development. It functions as an active partnership, advocacy network, and knowledge hub comprising key donors dedicated to addressing issues related to food security and rural developme
• We work to create sustainable food agriculture systems | IATP - The Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy (IATP) is a think tank that specializes in understanding the interconnected relationships between agriculture, trade, and climate. They work towards creating sustainable food and agriculture systems by conducting research, promoting policy changes, and advocating for fair and sustainable food, farm, and trade practices.
• National Programme of Rural Economic Transformation for Living Well – Rural Adelante - The Rural Adelante project aims to support rural youth in El Salvador to stay in rural areas and engage in sustainable economic activities. It is designed to provide opportunities for rural communities to enhance their livelihoods, develop local economies, and improve living standards in rural regions.
• World Resources Institute | Making Big Ideas Happen - The World Resources Institute (WRI) is a global research nonprofit organization focused on addressing six critical goals necessary to secure a sustainable future. These goals revolve around climate, energy, sustainable cities, water, forests, and ocean conservation. WRI's work is research-based, aiming to design and implement practical solutions to improve people's lives and the environment.
• Programme for Rural Irrigation Development PRIDE - PRIDE focuses on rural irrigation development, specifically in Malawi. It aims to enhance agricultural productivity by improving irrigation infrastructure and methods. The project is designed to benefit smallholder farmers by providing better access to irrigation facilities, thereby increasing crop yields and overall agricultural output in the region.