The study ‘’Innovative Gender Practices for Rural Transformation: Lessons from Brazil and Uruguay’’ presents some of the best practices in rural development led by women in the context of International Fund For Agricultural Development (IFAD) supported projects in Brazil and Uruguay.

These initiatives generated transformative and lasting results and contributed to the strengthening of local public policies and economic growth.

Using very few resources and focusing on agroecological and inclusive production methods, these women have become role models in their communities and beyond.

Empowered women can participate more actively in their communities and foster inclusive local policies that will ultimately drive more sustainable and just rural development.

The South-South and Triangular Cooperation and Knowledge Centre of the International Fund for Agricultural Development, located in Brasilia, in collaboration with partner institutions, conducts studies on relevant rural development issues to Latin America and the Caribbean context, with special attention to the poor and vulnerable people. As a global organization, with a unique mandate to promote the development of small-scale rural producers, IFAD seeks to encourage the sharing of knowledge, innovation, and a commitment to invest in the rural population.