Wafaa Ramadneh (FAOJO) discusses her role in advancing gender-related projects and her vision for long-term change

In this spotlight interview, Wafaa Ramadneh, Gender Focal Point at FAO Jordan, shares powerful insights on her team’s work to advance gender equality and women’s empowerment through Farmer Field Schools and Farmer Business Schools.

From supporting female-headed households—including Syrian refugee families—to promoting income-generating activities, water-smart practices, and microbusinesses, Wafaa reminds us how gender-responsive programming is vital to achieving SDG1, SDG2, and SDG5.

“With gender, it's not only about implementation, but ensuring what you’re doing brings long-term change.”- Wafaa Ramadneh.

👏 A great example of how FFS continues to serve as a platform for gender-responsive rural empowerment.

The full article can be read on the FAO website.