5 Key Resources on Gender approach in Access and Benefit Sharing

In terms of biodiversity conservation women are key players. They maintain a tight relationship with genetic and biological resources, as users, managers, and custodians of the biological diversity. However, their role as part of decision-making processes at their communities is often limited. This issue prevent them from accessing the benefits derived from the use of their traditional knowledge and natural resources.In this regard, are presented five useful tools to guide efforts on mainstreaming gender considerations into ABS compliant value chains.