Gendered livelihoods and the politics of socio-environmental identity: women's participation in conservation projects in Calakmul, Mexico

Women's participation in conservation projects within the Calakmul Biosphere Reserve, Mexico, reveals that gendered livelihood strategies are shaped by household and community negotiations, responding to specific opportunities and constraints. These strategies encompass both material and ideological dimensions, highlighting the complex interplay between socio-environmental identity and sustainable livelihoods. The study employs participatory rural appraisal (PRA) methodologies, including group histories and visual evidence from women's agricultural organizations, to illustrate these dynamics. This research underscores the importance of recognizing gendered perspectives in conservation efforts to foster more inclusive and effective sustainable development practices.

Radel, C. (2012). Gendered livelihoods and the politics of socio-environmental identity: women’s participation in conservation projects in Calakmul, Mexico. Gender, Place & Culture, 19(1), 61–82. https://doi.org/10.1080/0966369x.2011.617905