Assessment of the role of women in wetland conservation.

Abstract

This study was focused on the Role of Women in Wetland Conservation. The research attempts to assess the role of women in wetland conservation in Buyende district. The specific objective of the study was; to develop concept about women participation and their role in wetland conservation. A systematic research design was applied: to the, research work. The methods used involved sampling, interviews, questionnaires, observations, and review of written literature. Certain short comings were, encountered while using the above methods like shortage of funds suspicions from the public and unwillingness to release information. Findings indicate that women play a big role in wetland conservation as they are in direct contact with natural resources such as wetlands, forests, water, land and wildlife. They utilize and conserve these resources to supply basic needs for their families. Therefore, findings showed that; conservation of wetlands in Buyende areas cannot be done without the involvement and training of women. They need to be educated on the values, management and sustainability of natural resources as alternative sources of livelihood. Basing. on the findings, the study has. recommended some strategies to address the problem in Buyende which include; training of women in wetland conservation, and wetland management policies which will impact women's role in wetland conservation.