Gender differences in the perceived impacts of coastal management and conservation

This study explores gender differences in perceptions of the impacts of coastal management and conservation on human well-being. Using data from 3063 individuals across six countries (Fiji, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, Indonesia, Kenya, and Madagascar), the researchers found significant gender differences in whether impacts were perceived, with women less likely to perceive individual-level impacts and men less likely to perceive community-level impacts. While the degree and direction of impact did not differ significantly by gender, the types of impacts described did, particularly concerning economic, governance, and health aspects. These findings highlight the need for more equitable and gender-responsive coastal management and conservation initiatives.

Sarah J. Harper, Georgina G. Gurney, Emily Darling, Sangeeta Mangubhai, Stacy Jupiter, W. Peni Lestari, Katherine E. Holmes, Susi Sumaryati, Rohmani Sulisyati, Margaret Fox, Natalie C. Ban