Contribution of the Rural Development Programme 2014-2022 in Schleswig-Holstein to equality between man and women.
This report analyses the efforts of German Schleswig-Holstein's RDP in promoting gender equality. While certain measures showcase advancement, critical areas that require attention remain. Findings, implications, and recommendations are proposed for an improved gender-balanced approach in rural development initiatives.
- Germany
- 2014-2022
- Socio-economic impacts
This study conducted an analysis of the RDP’s content, structures and processes to examine the implementation of gender mainstreaming and its effects on equality in the region Schleswig-Holstein, Germany.
Despite marked disparities, particularly in rural areas, it showed that two-thirds of the RDP’s public funds were designated for gender-neutral actions, while one-third targeted gender-relevant initiatives. However, less than half of the latter portion is allocated to measures that are also considered gender equal.
Although positive strides towards gender-sensitive implementation were evident in the support measures 1.1 (continuing education and training) and 7.4 (basic services), the study highlights a more male-centric approach through unbalanced participation in the monitoring of RDP implementation, a lack of women's representation and ineffectual equality measures within the project selection criteria.
Several recommendations are proposed to enhance further gender equality, including strengthening gender-sensitive implementation of support, improving gender competence in the agricultural sector through comprehensive analyses and ensuring women's participation in decision-making processes. Furthermore, it suggested re-evaluating existing funding offers to address gender disparities and fully support the digitalisation trend for rural development.
Rural Development Programme: DE - Schleswig-Holstein
Programming period: 2014-2022
Original publication date: 2021
Author(s)
Thünen Institute
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Contribution of the Rural Development Programme 2014-2022 in Schleswig-Holstein to equality between man and women.
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