The COVID-19 pandemic has brought about numerous adjustments to social interactions the world over. Since February 2020, communities around the globe have withdrawn into social isolation and remote work, while scientists scramble for short-term and long-term interventions. Public health experts have advised simple measures that individuals can take, including the frequent washing and sanitizing of […]
A few months ago, I went on a data collection assignment as part of a national consultation team to study specific barriers and constraints faced by Ethiopian women. I was excited for the task because I believe every data collection process is an opportunity to navigate a different environment and gain further insight into people’s […]
This blog interviews Dr. Befikadu Esayas, an Inclusive Ecosystems Researcher and former chair of Includovate’s ethical review board. This interview is for a blog series that reflects upon the impacts of the COVID-19 in Africa on research work at Includovate. How will research change post-COVID-19? Research will change because of the COVID-19 pandemic and social distancing […]
There are currently more young unemployed people on the planet than in any previous generation. How can developing countries reap a ‘demographic dividend’ and benefit from this large, young population? This seven-part blog post series on youth engagement in agriculture explores some of the findings of a recent review into youth engagement in rice Agri-Food […]
