Confronting land degradation via women’s land rights
When women do have secure land rights, they are able to invest in sustainable land management practices that restore degraded lands and prevent future harm.
The rise of movements championing women’s land rights
The Nation — Last week, Kenya Land Alliance launched Ardhi Caucus to advance access to justice for women in land conflict situations. Members include public and private sector, as well as academia and research institutions.
Lango clan, local council leaders join fight for women’s land rights
The Independent — Lemu, a member of S4HL Uganda, is conducting Social Norms Transformation dialogues with clan, religious, and local council leaders in Otuke and Oyam districts in their quest to promote women’s land rights.
Stakeholders complement govt efforts in equipping women on land ownership
The Guardian — Representatives from the S4HL Tanzania coalition shared their progress in realizing land ownership for women and related setbacks.
NEW VIDEO: Social Change Maker Rita Murmu, community leader in Dinajpur
Hear from Rita Murmu, social change maker and community leader, and various people from her community about their journey to learn about, strengthen, and then take action for women's land rights in Chehelgazi, Dinajpur, Bangladesh.
Upcoming Events
#Land4OurFuture: Advocating for Land Rights and Climate Resilience
June 2-17, 2025
Join Stand for Her Land and the UNCCD Youth Caucus for #Land4OurFuture, a two-week social media activation spotlighting youth and grassroots women as advocates for land rights, restoration, and drought resilience—key solutions to climate change, gender inequality, and sustainable development.
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