Waves of Equity: Gender and the Blue Economy Training Course

Introduction

The global "Blue Economy" – the sustainable use of ocean resources for economic growth, improved livelihoods, and ocean ecosystem health – holds immense promise for sustainable development. However, this potential can only be fully realized if gender equality is central to its design and implementation. Historically, women's crucial contributions to ocean-based sectors, particularly in coastal communities, have often been undervalued, unrecognized, or constrained by systemic barriers, leading to unequal access to resources, opportunities, and decision-making power.

This intensive training course is meticulously designed to equip participants with a comprehensive and practical understanding of the critical role of gender in the Blue Economy. From analyzing the gendered division of labor in various maritime sectors and identifying specific challenges faced by women to exploring gender-transformative approaches, promoting women's leadership, and integrating gender perspectives into policy and investment, you will gain the expertise to foster truly inclusive and equitable ocean economies. This empowers you to champion gender equality as a cornerstone of sustainable blue growth, ensuring that all individuals can contribute to and benefit from a thriving ocean.

Target Audience

  • Government Officials from Fisheries, Marine, Gender, and Economic Development Ministries.
  • Practitioners and Project Managers in Blue Economy initiatives.
  • Development Agencies and International Organizations.
  • NGOs and Civil Society Organizations working on Gender Equality or Marine Conservation.
  • Researchers and Academics in Gender Studies, Marine Science, and Development Economics.
  • Representatives from Fishing Cooperatives and Women's Associations in Coastal Areas.
  • Investors and Financial Institutions interested in Gender-Lens Investing in the Blue Economy.
  • Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Sustainability Professionals in Maritime Companies.

Duration: 10 days

Course Objectives

Upon completion of this training course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the core concepts of gender, gender equality, and their relevance to the Blue Economy.
  • Grasp the diverse roles and contributions of women and men across various Blue Economy sectors.
  • Analyze the systemic barriers and challenges that limit women's full participation and benefits in ocean-based economies.
  • Comprehend the importance of integrating a gender perspective into Blue Economy policies, plans, and investments.
  • Evaluate strategies and tools for conducting gender analysis and gender impact assessments in marine and coastal contexts.
  • Develop practical skills in designing and implementing gender-responsive Blue Economy projects and initiatives.
  • Navigate the complexities of promoting women's leadership, entrepreneurship, and access to resources in ocean sectors.
  • Formulate robust recommendations for fostering inclusive and equitable Blue Economy development that benefits all genders.

Course Content

  1. Foundations of Gender and the Blue Economy
  • Defining Gender : sex vs. gender, gender roles, norms, and relations
  • The concept of gender equality and women's empowerment
  • Introduction to the Blue Economy : its pillars and goals
  • Why gender matters for a sustainable Blue Economy: efficiency, equity, effectiveness
  • Linkages between SDG 5 (Gender Equality) and SDG 14 (Life Below Water) and other SDGs
  1. Gendered Realities in Blue Economy Sectors
  • Fisheries Sector : women's roles in post-harvest, processing, marketing, and often unacknowledged harvesting roles; challenges in access to resources, decision-making, and formalization
  • Aquaculture Sector : gender division of labor, opportunities for women, and challenges in value chains
  • Marine Tourism : women's significant presence, but often in low-wage, insecure jobs; opportunities for entrepreneurship
  • Maritime Transport and Shipping : severe underrepresentation of women, barriers to entry and progression
  • Marine Conservation and Research : women's roles in community conservation, but underrepresentation in leadership and science
  1. Analyzing Gender Inequalities in the Blue Economy
  • Gender Analysis Frameworks : tools and methodologies for assessing gender roles, needs, constraints, and opportunities
  • Data collection and gender-disaggregated statistics in ocean sectors
  • Understanding Power Dynamics : decision-making, control over resources, formal vs. informal work
  • Social norms, cultural barriers, and discriminatory practices
  • Intersectionality: how gender interacts with other social categories (e.g., age, ethnicity, disability)
  1. Policy and Legal Frameworks for Gender-Responsive Blue Economy
  • International Conventions and Agreements : CEDAW, Beijing Platform for Action, UNCLOS (implicitly)
  • Regional and national policies promoting gender equality in marine and coastal areas
  • Integrating Gender into Blue Economy Strategies : national blue economy policies, fisheries management plans, coastal zone management plans
  • Legal reforms to enhance women's rights and access to resources
  • Role of gender mainstreaming in ocean governance
  1. Women's Economic Empowerment in the Blue Economy
  • Access to Finance : challenges for women entrepreneurs, gender-sensitive credit schemes, microfinance
  • Value addition and market access for women's products (e.g., processed fish, crafts)
  • Developing women-led enterprises and cooperatives
  • Skills Development and Training : tailored programs for women in technical and business areas
  • Promoting fair wages, decent work, and social protection
  1. Gender-Responsive Blue Economy Project Design and Implementation
  • Integrating Gender into Project Cycles : from needs assessment to monitoring and evaluation
  • Designing gender-sensitive interventions in fisheries, aquaculture, tourism, etc.
  • Gender Impact Assessment : methodologies for anticipating and mitigating negative impacts
  • Developing gender-responsive indicators and targets
  • Case studies of successful gender-inclusive blue economy projects
  1. Promoting Women's Leadership and Participation in Decision-Making
  • Addressing Barriers to Leadership : cultural norms, work-life balance, lack of mentorship
  • Strategies for Enhancing Representation : quotas, capacity building, networking opportunities
  • Women's role in fisheries co-management, community-based conservation, and local governance
  • Empowering women's associations and grassroots movements
  • Creating an enabling environment for women's voices to be heard
  1. Gender, Climate Change, and Resilience in Coastal Communities
  • Gendered Impacts of Climate Change : how women and men are differently affected by sea-level rise, extreme weather, resource scarcity
  • Women's traditional knowledge and roles in adaptation and disaster risk reduction
  • Blue Carbon Initiatives : ensuring equitable benefits and participation for women
  • Building gender-responsive climate resilience in coastal livelihoods
  • Addressing gender-based violence in the context of climate and resource shocks
  1. Financing Gender-Inclusive Blue Economy Initiatives
  • Gender-Lens Investing : principles and practices in the blue economy context
  • Identifying and structuring gender-transformative blue investments
  • Blended finance and innovative funding mechanisms for women-led blue enterprises
  • Public and philanthropic funding for gender equality in ocean sectors
  • Measuring financial and social returns from gender-inclusive investments
  1. Future Directions and Best Practices for Gender and the Blue Economy
  • Blue Justice : ensuring equitable benefits and addressing historical injustices
  • Innovations and Technology : ensuring equitable access and benefits from new ocean technologies
  • The role of men and boys in promoting gender equality in the Blue Economy
  • Global partnerships and regional cooperation for gender-responsive ocean development
  • Case studies of best practices and lessons learned from diverse contexts.

CERTIFICATION

  • Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with Macskills Training and Development Institute Certificate

TRAINING VENUE

  • Training will be held at Macskills Training Centre. We also tailor make the training upon request at different locations across the world.

AIRPORT PICK UP AND ACCOMMODATION

  • Airport pick up and accommodation is arranged upon request

TERMS OF PAYMENT

Payment should be made to Macskills Development Institute bank account before the start of the training and receipts sent to info@macskillsdevelopment.com

For More Details call: +254-114-087-180

 

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