17/10/2022
Since its establishment in 1945, the United Nations (U.N.) has worked to maintain peace and friendship among all countries around the world. The U.N. has carried out numerous humanitarian projects and passed resolutions and acts to protect the environment. One of the United Nations' most notable accomplishments is the amount of effort it has invested in the empowerment and well-being of women, particularly rural women.
On December 18, 2007, the United Nations General Assembly declared in Resolution 62/136 that October 15 would be celebrated annually as International Day of Rural Women around the world. Since then, many countries around the world have celebrated the strength and achievements of these women in the sustainability of rural households and the general well-being of the community, despite the struggles and stereotypes.
The theme for this year’s International Day of Rural Women is "Gender equality today for a sustainable tomorrow," which recognizes the contributions of women and girls all over the world who are leading the charge on climate change adaptation, mitigation, and response in order to build a more sustainable future for all.
Women play a vital role in responding to climate change and its impacts on rice production. Women’s roles in the production, processing, and distribution of rice—as farmers, field workers, entrepreneurs, and innovators—are crucial for food security and sustainable rural development around the world.
Source: https://www.irri.org/IWD-2022