Routledge Global Trends in Land Tenure Reform: Gender Impacts

This Routledge publication examines how modern land governance changes affect women and their families across the globe. As pressures on natural resources increase, traditional livelihoods are being reconfigured, directly impacting women's tenure security and general well-being. Through fourteen empirical community case studies, this book provides a detailed look at how land-based resources are managed during periods of rapid change. It analyzes four major processes of tenure change, including commercial land-based investments and formalization efforts. This resource is essential for those studying the intersection of gender, sexuality, and development, offering a deep look into how global trends shape local realities. By focusing on real-world community data, the text helps readers understand the complex relationship between land rights and gendered social structures.