Role of Women in Sustainable Development:
– Primary Caregivers: Women manage household resources, promoting sustainable practices in agriculture, water management, and energy use.
– Food Security: Women are often involved in food production, preserving biodiversity, and using sustainable farming techniques.
– Social Advocates: Women champion education, healthcare, and community well-being, leading to more inclusive and equitable development.
– Economic Drivers: Women’s participation in the workforce and entrepreneurship fosters economic growth, poverty reduction, and innovation.
– Policy Influence: Women’s involvement in decision-making leads to policies that are more responsive to the needs of all community members.

How to Better Recognize and Support Their Contributions:
– Education and Training: Ensure access to education and skill development to enable women to participate fully in development initiatives.
– Legal and Policy Reforms: Remove gender-based barriers and ensure equal access to resources like land, credit, and technology.
– Leadership Representation: Increase women’s representation in leadership roles in politics and business to amplify their influence in decision-making.
– Support Grassroots Organizations: Strengthen women’s networks and organizations that advocate for sustainable practices and share knowledge.
– Acknowledgment and Investment: Recognize and invest in women’s contributions to accelerate progress toward sustainable development goals.