Southeast Asia Gender & IPM Skills Capability Course Project Presentations: Project 4
Summary
TLDRThis study explores gender dynamics in pest and disease management in Java, Indonesia, focusing on how gender affects technical support delivery, training access, and the challenges faced by plant protection officers. The research highlights that male officers tend to provide more frequent support and use more diverse tools, while female officers face barriers such as caregiving responsibilities, mobility issues, and safety concerns. Recommendations include gender-responsive extension services, flexible training formats, and gender-sensitive workplace policies. The study also calls for further research to understand regional differences and policy impacts on pest management services.
Takeaways
- 😀 Extension officers play a key role in connecting farmers with new technology, information, and government support, especially in pest and disease management in Indonesia.
- 😀 Gender dynamics significantly affect the delivery of technical support to farmers, with male officers providing more frequent and varied support than female officers.
- 😀 Women officers often face challenges like heavier workloads and mobility issues, which limit their ability to provide consistent and frequent support to farmers.
- 😀 Both male and female officers prefer face-to-face interactions with farmers, though women often utilize alternative channels like women’s groups to reach female farmers.
- 😀 Men officers tend to use a broader range of tools, such as digital platforms and printed materials, while women officers focus more on direct communication methods due to resource constraints.
- 😀 Gender norms affect how farmers engage with officers, with male farmers sometimes doubting the expertise of female officers, highlighting the need for trust-building initiatives.
- 😀 Women officers face unique barriers, such as harassment and safety concerns, especially when engaging with male farmers or working in remote areas.
- 😀 Women officers often rely on peer learning and self-directed study to update their technical knowledge due to challenges with attending in-person training sessions.
- 😀 The caregiving responsibilities of women limit their access to formal training, suggesting the need for flexible and gender-responsive training models.
- 😀 Future research should explore regional differences in gender dynamics in pest management, particularly in remote areas, to better understand the challenges faced by both officers and farmers.
Q & A
What was the primary objective of the study conducted on gender dynamics in pest and disease management in Java, Indonesia?
-The primary objective of the study was to explore how gender dynamics affect the provision of technical support by plant protection officers, assess differences in access to training and information, and understand the challenges faced by male and female officers in delivering pest management services.
Who were the participants in the study, and how were they selected?
-The participants in the study were plant protection officers, with 40 officers surveyed in total: 20 men and 20 women. The respondents were selected using purposive sampling.
What role do plant protection officers play in pest and disease management?
-Plant protection officers are frontline workers who connect farmers with new technology, information, and government support. They are crucial in providing assistance, especially in pest and disease management.
How do gender dynamics impact the frequency and methods of technical support delivery by male and female officers?
-Male officers tend to provide more frequent technical support, often on a daily basis, while female officers face barriers such as heavier workloads and limited mobility, resulting in support being offered on a weekly or on-demand basis. Men officers also use a wider range of tools, including digital platforms and printed materials, while women officers focus more on face-to-face interactions.
What are some of the specific barriers that women officers face in providing technical support?
-Women officers often face barriers such as heavier workloads, lack of mobility, and caregiving responsibilities. These constraints limit their ability to provide frequent support. Additionally, they often encounter safety concerns when traveling to remote areas.
Why do women officers prefer face-to-face interactions despite the challenges they face?
-Women officers prefer face-to-face interactions because they are considered the most effective for deeper engagement. They also use alternative channels, like women’s groups, to reach women farmers more effectively.
How do gender norms affect farmers' engagement with female plant protection officers?
-Gender norms often lead male farmers to doubt the expertise of female officers. As a result, women officers must work harder to build trust with male farmers, and they may face challenges in being taken seriously or accepted in the role.
What are the challenges that women officers face when accessing training and professional development?
-Women officers face challenges in attending in-person training due to caregiving responsibilities and logistical constraints, such as safety concerns when traveling to remote areas. As a result, they rely more on peer learning and self-directed study.
What recommendations did the study make to improve gender responsiveness in pest management extension services?
-The study recommended strengthening women’s farmer groups, improving access to flexible training formats, and implementing gender-sensitive workplace policies. This includes offering safer transportation, flexible schedules, and addressing harassment, as well as providing mentorship opportunities for younger female officers.
What future research areas did the study suggest to further understand gender dynamics in pest management?
-Future research should focus on regional differences in pest management, especially in remote areas, to understand specific challenges. It should also examine the impact of government policies and financial support on pest management services to improve effectiveness and adoption.
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