Strengthening women as actors for the protection and sustainable management of natural resources in the Philippines

About this project

Women in the water catchment area of the Sibalom River in the west of Panay Island are particularly dependent on access to water and natural resources. Nevertheless, their participation in decision-making bodies and other governance structures regarding the management of these resources is very limited. Based on the experiences and successes of the local implementation partner Haribon Foundation in increasing the influence of women in the management of protected areas on the island of Luzon and bringing about social change, this approach is now to be extended to the island of Panay. The project aims to empower women and emphasize their role not only in ensuring the well-being of the family and community, but also in the management of natural resources. This includes, in particular, managing environmental risks, strengthening climate resilience and securing livelihoods through alternative sources of income.

Goals

Sustainable Development Goals this project works towards

• 1No Poverty
• 5Gender Equality
• 10Reduced Inequalities
• 12Responsible Consumption and Production
• 13Climate Action
• 14Life Below Water
• 15Life on Land

Published by

Bundesministerium für wirtschaftliche Zusammenarbeit und Entwicklung (BMZ) · Government

Countries

Philippines

Sectors

Environmental policy and administrative managementDemocratic participation and civil societyAgricultural extension

Focus

Gender equality · Main focusEnvironment · Main focusGood governance · Also contributesBiodiversity · Also contributesClimate adaptation · Also contributes

Places

Manila

Published by Bundesministerium für wirtschaftliche Zusammenarbeit und Entwicklung (BMZ) to the International Aid Transparency Initiative (IATI), last updated 30 Sept 2026 and imported automatically. IATI identifier: DE-1-202506004-8457.

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