This project has been created for EDRD*6000 Qualitative Methods- a graduate level course at the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development at the University of Guelph. Please reference the author or appropriate sources when using any of the information presented here.
We’re getting serious about poverty
What we have done in the past has not been too successful: a search for something more effective
Initially: “direct impact on the poor”
Later: a more analytical understanding
This project has been created for EDRD*6000 Qualitative Methods- a graduate level course at the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development at the University of Guelph. Please reference the author or appropriate sources when using any of the information presented here.
We’re getting serious about poverty
What we have done in the past has not been too successful: a search for something more effective
Initially: “direct impact on the poor”
Later: a more analytical understanding
Presentation by Jemimah Njuki at the FAO-ILRI Workshop on Integrating Gender in Livestock Projects and Programs, ILRI, Addis Ababa, 22-25 November 2011.
The session presents gender analysis tools that can be used during project design, implementation and evaluation. The gender analysis tools will help to make the development intervention gender sensitive, so that the benefits of project reach both women and men.
Gender Analysis of Honey Value Chain can identify points of intervention for upgrading Value Chain in order to improve lives of people and pull them out of poverty. Gender analysis helps to understand how women and men are involved in the value chain processes, what are the constraining factors for women, and how those can be overcome. The upgrading of value chain will benefit women and families economically.
Integrating gender in value chain analysisWorldFish
Presentation by Paula Kantor.
Why does gender integration matter? Paula explores the importance of including gender studies in value chain research and analysis.
Presentation by Jemimah Njuki at the FAO-ILRI Workshop on Integrating Gender in Livestock Projects and Programs, ILRI, Addis Ababa, 22-25 November 2011.
The session presents gender analysis tools that can be used during project design, implementation and evaluation. The gender analysis tools will help to make the development intervention gender sensitive, so that the benefits of project reach both women and men.
Gender Analysis of Honey Value Chain can identify points of intervention for upgrading Value Chain in order to improve lives of people and pull them out of poverty. Gender analysis helps to understand how women and men are involved in the value chain processes, what are the constraining factors for women, and how those can be overcome. The upgrading of value chain will benefit women and families economically.
Integrating gender in value chain analysisWorldFish
Presentation by Paula Kantor.
Why does gender integration matter? Paula explores the importance of including gender studies in value chain research and analysis.
Training Session 4 – Bergman-Lodin – Intro to Global Study on Innovation in Ag IAg4HealthNutrition
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Johanna Bergman-Lodin
Intro to Global Study on Innovation in Ag I
Research & Analysis Report for Hong Kong Art Shopping Mall- K11CHEN DI
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Report content includes: Aims and Objectives, Area of research, Research Schedule, Background and General Research, Research Questions, Research Methods, Findings and Issue Identification, Conclusion and Bibliography.By using different research methodologies, we gradually uncover the mystery veil of the problem in K11 and expose the influencing factors hidden surface. This design research report is worked as a solid foundation and preparation for the next design stage.
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Read more about this webinar at: https://gender.cgiar.org/webinar-norms-pakistan-ethiopia/
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GDG Cloud Southlake #33: Boule & Rebala: Effective AppSec in SDLC using Deplo...James Anderson
Effective Application Security in Software Delivery lifecycle using Deployment Firewall and DBOM
The modern software delivery process (or the CI/CD process) includes many tools, distributed teams, open-source code, and cloud platforms. Constant focus on speed to release software to market, along with the traditional slow and manual security checks has caused gaps in continuous security as an important piece in the software supply chain. Today organizations feel more susceptible to external and internal cyber threats due to the vast attack surface in their applications supply chain and the lack of end-to-end governance and risk management.
The software team must secure its software delivery process to avoid vulnerability and security breaches. This needs to be achieved with existing tool chains and without extensive rework of the delivery processes. This talk will present strategies and techniques for providing visibility into the true risk of the existing vulnerabilities, preventing the introduction of security issues in the software, resolving vulnerabilities in production environments quickly, and capturing the deployment bill of materials (DBOM).
Speakers:
Bob Boule
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Gopinath Rebala
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Dr. Sean Tan, Head of Data Science, Changi Airport Group
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Enchancing adoption of Open Source Libraries. A case study on Albumentations.AIVladimir Iglovikov, Ph.D.
Presented by Vladimir Iglovikov:
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/iglovikov/
- https://x.com/viglovikov
- https://www.instagram.com/ternaus/
This presentation delves into the journey of Albumentations.ai, a highly successful open-source library for data augmentation.
Created out of a necessity for superior performance in Kaggle competitions, Albumentations has grown to become a widely used tool among data scientists and machine learning practitioners.
This case study covers various aspects, including:
People: The contributors and community that have supported Albumentations.
Metrics: The success indicators such as downloads, daily active users, GitHub stars, and financial contributions.
Challenges: The hurdles in monetizing open-source projects and measuring user engagement.
Development Practices: Best practices for creating, maintaining, and scaling open-source libraries, including code hygiene, CI/CD, and fast iteration.
Community Building: Strategies for making adoption easy, iterating quickly, and fostering a vibrant, engaged community.
Marketing: Both online and offline marketing tactics, focusing on real, impactful interactions and collaborations.
Mental Health: Maintaining balance and not feeling pressured by user demands.
Key insights include the importance of automation, making the adoption process seamless, and leveraging offline interactions for marketing. The presentation also emphasizes the need for continuous small improvements and building a friendly, inclusive community that contributes to the project's growth.
Vladimir Iglovikov brings his extensive experience as a Kaggle Grandmaster, ex-Staff ML Engineer at Lyft, sharing valuable lessons and practical advice for anyone looking to enhance the adoption of their open-source projects.
Explore more about Albumentations and join the community at:
GitHub: https://github.com/albumentations-team/albumentations
Website: https://albumentations.ai/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/100504475
Twitter: https://x.com/albumentations
Maruthi Prithivirajan, Head of ASEAN & IN Solution Architecture, Neo4j
Get an inside look at the latest Neo4j innovations that enable relationship-driven intelligence at scale. Learn more about the newest cloud integrations and product enhancements that make Neo4j an essential choice for developers building apps with interconnected data and generative AI.
Observability Concepts EVERY Developer Should Know -- DeveloperWeek Europe.pdfPaige Cruz
Monitoring and observability aren’t traditionally found in software curriculums and many of us cobble this knowledge together from whatever vendor or ecosystem we were first introduced to and whatever is a part of your current company’s observability stack.
While the dev and ops silo continues to crumble….many organizations still relegate monitoring & observability as the purview of ops, infra and SRE teams. This is a mistake - achieving a highly observable system requires collaboration up and down the stack.
I, a former op, would like to extend an invitation to all application developers to join the observability party will share these foundational concepts to build on:
In his public lecture, Christian Timmerer provides insights into the fascinating history of video streaming, starting from its humble beginnings before YouTube to the groundbreaking technologies that now dominate platforms like Netflix and ORF ON. Timmerer also presents provocative contributions of his own that have significantly influenced the industry. He concludes by looking at future challenges and invites the audience to join in a discussion.
Sudheer Mechineni, Head of Application Frameworks, Standard Chartered Bank
Discover how Standard Chartered Bank harnessed the power of Neo4j to transform complex data access challenges into a dynamic, scalable graph database solution. This keynote will cover their journey from initial adoption to deploying a fully automated, enterprise-grade causal cluster, highlighting key strategies for modelling organisational changes and ensuring robust disaster recovery. Learn how these innovations have not only enhanced Standard Chartered Bank’s data infrastructure but also positioned them as pioneers in the banking sector’s adoption of graph technology.
The Art of the Pitch: WordPress Relationships and SalesLaura Byrne
Clients don’t know what they don’t know. What web solutions are right for them? How does WordPress come into the picture? How do you make sure you understand scope and timeline? What do you do if sometime changes?
All these questions and more will be explored as we talk about matching clients’ needs with what your agency offers without pulling teeth or pulling your hair out. Practical tips, and strategies for successful relationship building that leads to closing the deal.
Alt. GDG Cloud Southlake #33: Boule & Rebala: Effective AppSec in SDLC using ...James Anderson
Effective Application Security in Software Delivery lifecycle using Deployment Firewall and DBOM
The modern software delivery process (or the CI/CD process) includes many tools, distributed teams, open-source code, and cloud platforms. Constant focus on speed to release software to market, along with the traditional slow and manual security checks has caused gaps in continuous security as an important piece in the software supply chain. Today organizations feel more susceptible to external and internal cyber threats due to the vast attack surface in their applications supply chain and the lack of end-to-end governance and risk management.
The software team must secure its software delivery process to avoid vulnerability and security breaches. This needs to be achieved with existing tool chains and without extensive rework of the delivery processes. This talk will present strategies and techniques for providing visibility into the true risk of the existing vulnerabilities, preventing the introduction of security issues in the software, resolving vulnerabilities in production environments quickly, and capturing the deployment bill of materials (DBOM).
Speakers:
Bob Boule
Robert Boule is a technology enthusiast with PASSION for technology and making things work along with a knack for helping others understand how things work. He comes with around 20 years of solution engineering experience in application security, software continuous delivery, and SaaS platforms. He is known for his dynamic presentations in CI/CD and application security integrated in software delivery lifecycle.
Gopinath Rebala
Gopinath Rebala is the CTO of OpsMx, where he has overall responsibility for the machine learning and data processing architectures for Secure Software Delivery. Gopi also has a strong connection with our customers, leading design and architecture for strategic implementations. Gopi is a frequent speaker and well-known leader in continuous delivery and integrating security into software delivery.
Communications Mining Series - Zero to Hero - Session 1DianaGray10
This session provides introduction to UiPath Communication Mining, importance and platform overview. You will acquire a good understand of the phases in Communication Mining as we go over the platform with you. Topics covered:
• Communication Mining Overview
• Why is it important?
• How can it help today’s business and the benefits
• Phases in Communication Mining
• Demo on Platform overview
• Q/A
Why You Should Replace Windows 11 with Nitrux Linux 3.5.0 for enhanced perfor...SOFTTECHHUB
The choice of an operating system plays a pivotal role in shaping our computing experience. For decades, Microsoft's Windows has dominated the market, offering a familiar and widely adopted platform for personal and professional use. However, as technological advancements continue to push the boundaries of innovation, alternative operating systems have emerged, challenging the status quo and offering users a fresh perspective on computing.
One such alternative that has garnered significant attention and acclaim is Nitrux Linux 3.5.0, a sleek, powerful, and user-friendly Linux distribution that promises to redefine the way we interact with our devices. With its focus on performance, security, and customization, Nitrux Linux presents a compelling case for those seeking to break free from the constraints of proprietary software and embrace the freedom and flexibility of open-source computing.
GraphSummit Singapore | The Future of Agility: Supercharging Digital Transfor...Neo4j
Leonard Jayamohan, Partner & Generative AI Lead, Deloitte
This keynote will reveal how Deloitte leverages Neo4j’s graph power for groundbreaking digital twin solutions, achieving a staggering 100x performance boost. Discover the essential role knowledge graphs play in successful generative AI implementations. Plus, get an exclusive look at an innovative Neo4j + Generative AI solution Deloitte is developing in-house.
In the rapidly evolving landscape of technologies, XML continues to play a vital role in structuring, storing, and transporting data across diverse systems. The recent advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) present new methodologies for enhancing XML development workflows, introducing efficiency, automation, and intelligent capabilities. This presentation will outline the scope and perspective of utilizing AI in XML development. The potential benefits and the possible pitfalls will be highlighted, providing a balanced view of the subject.
We will explore the capabilities of AI in understanding XML markup languages and autonomously creating structured XML content. Additionally, we will examine the capacity of AI to enrich plain text with appropriate XML markup. Practical examples and methodological guidelines will be provided to elucidate how AI can be effectively prompted to interpret and generate accurate XML markup.
Further emphasis will be placed on the role of AI in developing XSLT, or schemas such as XSD and Schematron. We will address the techniques and strategies adopted to create prompts for generating code, explaining code, or refactoring the code, and the results achieved.
The discussion will extend to how AI can be used to transform XML content. In particular, the focus will be on the use of AI XPath extension functions in XSLT, Schematron, Schematron Quick Fixes, or for XML content refactoring.
The presentation aims to deliver a comprehensive overview of AI usage in XML development, providing attendees with the necessary knowledge to make informed decisions. Whether you’re at the early stages of adopting AI or considering integrating it in advanced XML development, this presentation will cover all levels of expertise.
By highlighting the potential advantages and challenges of integrating AI with XML development tools and languages, the presentation seeks to inspire thoughtful conversation around the future of XML development. We’ll not only delve into the technical aspects of AI-powered XML development but also discuss practical implications and possible future directions.
Gender in value chain analysis: Macro, meso and micro levels
1. Gender in Value Chain Analysis: Macro, Meso and
Micro levels
Ephrem Tesema (ILRI)
Workshop on gender and value chains in the LIVES Project, Adama, Ethiopia, 19-22
August 2013
2. Outline
• Value Chain Analysis with a gender lens
• Data Collection at Macro, Meso and Micro
Levels
• Gender Sensitive Value Chain Mapping
• Analyzing Gender Sensitive Value Chain
Mapping
• Analyzing Gender Based Constraints
• Concluding Remarks
3. Value Chain Analysis with a gender lens
• Use gender-based Constraints tools to:
Distinguish areas of gender inequalities relevant to
the efficient operation of the VCs
Identify inequalities and the subsequent Factors
Formulate actions to build a VC with equal gender
opportunities
Diagnose the possible Socio-economic realities that
affect gender relations across value chain nodes
Points of Emphasis:
The Value chain governance is the most important
arena in terms of securing equal benefits
4. VC Mapping at Macro, Meso and Micro Levels
• The Preliminary Mapping shed light on
Institutions, Organizations and Individual actors
involved in a VC
Level of Awareness on gender Equality Issues
The Ones who advocates on Gender inequality
issues
Interaction and linkage among them
Actors with the potential to bring impact on gender
equality
Financial and technical resources committed for
gender equality
5. Gender Sensitive Value Chain Mapping
Macro Level Analysis
• Cultural Setting/Dynamics
• Regulations and Legislations
Meso Level Analysis
• Gender Sensitivity of specific Local Structures
• Focuses on Institutions and Structures and their
delivery system
• Investigate if they reflect gender equality
principles in their structure, culture, in the
service they provide ( Producers group, BDS etc.
6. Gender Sensitive Value Chain Mapping Contin’d
Micro Level Analysis
• Identifies major Constraints faced by women at
the HH level
• It shows the repercussion of the constraints on
the meso and macro level specific to
achievements and chain governance
Example IFPRI/ILRI Mapping of Assets within the HH
Natural
Physical
Financial
Human
Social
Political
7. Analyzing Gender Based Constraints in A
project Context
• Steps in Gender Sensitive VC Mapping Process:
- Step I: Mapping Gender Roles & Relationships
along the commodity/ Value Chain
-Step II: From Gender Inequality to Constraints
- Step III: Assessing the Consequences of the
Constraints
- Step IV: Taking/Recommending Actions
- Step V: Measuring Outcomes of the Actions
8. Integrating Gender in Agricultural VC
I. Mapping
Gender Roles
and Relations
along the VC
II. Moving
from Gender
inequality to
Constraints
III. Assessing the
Consequences of
Constraints
IV. Taking
Action
VI. Measuring
the Outcome
of the action
Source: Adopted from Gender Equitable Opportunities in Agricultural Value Chains, USAID, 2010
9. Food for Thought
Evening Exercise (10-15 for Each Commodity VC)
Take one Commodity and map Gender
roles/relations, identify constraints, assess the
gender Consequences, Proposes mitigation/actions
and state hypothetical Outcomes expected from the
proposed action
Put your findings in One Flip Chart and Post on the
Wall in the morning for exhibition and to get
comment from other team members
10. Implication for VC Research for Development
Work
• To enhance gender roles in value chain nodes and
Chain governance of high value Livestock
commodities and Irrigated Crops
• To enhance gender sensitive knowledge
management and capacity building interventions
in high value Livestock commodities and irrigated
crops
• To ensure gender sensitive approaches' use by
LIVES’s research and development partners and
value chain actors and chain supporters
11. Thanks: The World is a Market Place; Then
bargain in it!
Sebeta Cattle Market, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, April, 2013, Photo by Ephrem Tesema
13. Presentation I:Rational for Gender Mainstreaming in
Livestock and
Irrigation Value Chain Research and Development
The Activist, The Catalyst and Apathetic?!
14. Outline
• Why Gender Matter in Livestock and Irrigated Value Chains
R&D Interventions
• Facts and Figures: They Google at You!!
• Inclusive Development, Social Justice and Effectiveness: Areas
that nag your concise
• Projects Objective/Outcomes: Sound(s) centrifugal/ final
resort to make matters ….
• Concluding Remarks
15. Why Gender Matter in Livestock and Irrigated Value Chains
R&D Interventions
• Many millions of women and men Depend on the
Agricultural Sector (livestock and irrigated Crop)
• Both Sexes Contribute for the growth and advancement of
the agricultural sector
• There are indispensable complementarity of male and female
smallholder in value addition and efficiency
• They pay costs in terms of health and wellbeing mostly
disproportionately
• Most nutrition related successes depend on the level of
gender empowerment in the household
• Value addition of products for the market depends on gender
balanced decision making in the HH.
16. Assumptions about men and women in the livestock Sector
• Contribute for gene flows and domestic animal diversity
• Hold knowledge useful for prevention and treatment of
livestock illness (ethno- Veterinary)
• Differ in putting criteria for breed selection
• Have different livestock knowledge and skills depending on
their roles and responsibilities-boys and girls included
• Differ in reasoning for keeping certain types of livestock
Therefore:
Mainstreaming gender in livestock initiatives means addressing
the perceived needs and interests of men, women, boys and
girls
Gender in Smallholding livestock Value Chains
17. Facts and Figures: They Google at You!!
• 752 m people in the world keep livestock of which about
50% are women
• 2/3 of poor livestock keepers (400m) are women mainly
poultry, sheep and goat
• Milk and processing is mainly run by women and to some
extent children
• 43% of labour contribution in the agricultural Sector in
some countries is from women
• Mostly women and children get affected by Zoonotic
disease, Bilharzia in Irrigated areas)
• 70% of food producers in the family are women
18. Facts and Figures Contin’d
• Gender disempowerment at HH level demure the possibility
of effectiveness along the VC ( Verbal communication with
female agricultural Extension agent in IPMS PLW,2007)
Therefore, What we are going to do to change this?
Emphasize on the following :
• Access to and control over natural/productive resources (
Land, Water)
• The implication of distribution of roles and responsibilities
based on sex and age
• Access to Technologies, training and Extension Services
19. Therefore, What we are going to do to change…?
• Access to Financial Services
• Access to markets
• Space for participation & decision making in the HH,
Community and Enterprise level
• Occupational health and safety
• Investment both in gender practical and strategic needs
• Ensure gendered responsive accountability at different
levels
20. Breaking the Gender Bias and Strike the Balance
• Inclusive Development, Social Justice and Effectiveness:
Areas that nag your concise
• Taking your share of the problem as most of the gender
constraints are emanated from biases
• They could change over time, not permanent natural
phenomena and not biological
21. Projects Objective/Outcomes: Sound(s) centrifugal/
final resort to make matters ….
A Gender Lens in commodity/ Enterprise Development
• Commodities and value chain nodes traditionally
dominated by women
• Commodities and value chain nodes conventionally
involve men and women
• Commodities and value chain nodes conventionally
dominated by men only.
22. Directives for Successful Gender Sensitive Interventions in
LIVES
• Set specific Gender targets for LIVES Intervention that
captures the imagination of staff and partners and
facilitate support for its successful achievements.
• Learn from and share the experience of successful
gender sensitive VC Governance
• Present evidence and facts to raise the awareness of
project partners regarding the Importance of gender in
value chain development initiative. Do not preach!!
• Prepare a gender action plan and scan the plan and all
project activities with gender lens, share with partners
and project staff
23. Directives Contin’d
• Learn and share gender analytical tools and approaches
for successful delivery
• Work in partnership with the respective Women’s Affair
Offices and other gender sensitive public and private
service delivery organizations
• Understanding the gender context of the priority
commodity/ value chains through diagnostic process and
by making continues follow up studies
• Collecting and analyzing site and priority value chain
specific information on gender differences in division of
labor in producing and marketing priority commodities
24. Directives Contin’d
• Identify the extent of access to and control over resources
and benefits accrued to men and women from specific
commodities and value chain nodes
• gender participation in decision making capacity needs to
be engaged in priority commodity value chain development
• Developing strategies to address gender issues in
commodity chains with partners
• Identifying opportunities and implementing strategies to
enable women and men to have equal opportunities in the
project activities
• Identifying constraints and opportunities for women’s
participation in the selected value chains
25. Possible Areas of Interventions
• Targeting women from female‐headed households who
have land for vegetable production
• Targeting women to engage in input supply systems like
fruit tree nurseries, pullet production, feed block
preparation
• Involving women and women groups in value
addition/processing (e.g. juice and honey processing)
• Giving more focus and support to women in
women‐dominated enterprises (e.g. dairy, Small
ruminants and poultry)
26. Possible Areas Cont’d
• Adapting enterprises to more effectively engage and
increase benefits to women, e.g., honey production in
modern beehives
• Supporting women to identify and develop joint
enterprises like small ruminant fattening
• Facilitate linkage to micro-finance institutions and
other financial sources to enhance access to credit and
market linkages for women to better Increase the
participation of women in value chain development
• Evaluating these approaches to understand which
strategies work, where and under what conditions
27. Possible Areas Contin’d
• Using participatory technology adoption and evaluation
approaches that enhance women’s participation such as
farmer participatory research
• Involve women in special and regular Field days to
demonstrate and scaling up Successful Out Comes
• Create Space for them in the Knowledge Centers, in ICT
based information delivery and in activities to be carried
at FTC levels
• Evaluate the way extension services are rendered to both
men and women farmers, Mainly the facilitation skills of
development agents, including our own
• Engaging women water‐users’ associations to increase
access to irrigation technologies and enhance decision
making role in tapping the resources
28. Learning and Sharing: Knowledge Dissemination and Capacity Enhancement by innovative Female
Farmer In Ada’a District Oromia
W/ro Elfinesh Bermeji, a female smallholder in Ada’a district in Oromia, share her experiences on backyard beekeeping for AGP trainees, Photo
by Ephrem Tesema, November 18, 2011
Editor's Notes
Elfinesh, A Female Farmer from Adaa District, OromiaRegionala State, share her experience in back yard Beekeeping for AGP Staff from Four Regions of Ethiopia in 2010, Photo by Ephrem Tesema, ILRI/IPMS Project Gender Expert.