Gender-based violence in food systems

Area of Science:

• Global Health
• Human Rights
• Food Systems Analysis

Background:

• Gender-based violence (GBV) is a pervasive global issue with stagnant prevalence rates over the past decade.
• Existing food systems research and policy largely overlook the critical intersection with GBV.
• Addressing GBV is essential for both ethical considerations and practical public health outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

• To highlight the unrecognized relationship between gender-based violence and food systems.
• To advocate for the inclusion of GBV in food systems research and policy discussions.
• To emphasize the necessity of integrating GBV into the food sector's response to global challenges.

Main Methods:

• Literature review on GBV and food systems.
• Policy analysis of current food system frameworks.
• Qualitative assessment of GBV's impact on food security.

Main Results:

• A significant gap exists in recognizing and addressing GBV within food systems.
• GBV negatively impacts various aspects of food systems, from production to consumption.
• Current policies inadequately address the gendered dimensions of food insecurity and violence.

Conclusions:

• Integrating GBV into food systems research and policy is imperative.
• A holistic approach is needed to tackle GBV and ensure equitable food systems.
• The food sector must actively engage in global efforts to combat gender-based violence.