Gender-Inclusive Climate Resilience Programmes and Livelihood Diversification in Mozambique: An Assessment

Climate change disproportionately affects vulnerable communities in Mozambique, highlighting the need for gender-inclusive resilience programmes that promote livelihood diversification. A mixed-method survey was conducted with a sample representative of vulnerable communities across Mozambique. Quantitative data were collected through structured questionnaires, while qualitative insights were gathered via semi-structured interviews. Women reported increased participation in agroforestry activities compared to men (45% vs. 30%, p<0.01), indicating a positive shift towards gender-balanced livelihood diversification strategies. Gender-inclusive climate resilience programmes have shown promise in fostering more equitable and resilient livelihoods among Mozambican communities, particularly for women engaged in agroforestry. Future research should explore the long-term impacts of these programmes and consider scaling up successful initiatives across different regions of Mozambique.