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Exploring Women’s Land Rights Through Ethiopian Christianity
June 11, 2025
A new guide highlights the powerful role churches can play in promoting women’s land rights in Ethiopia. Rooted in Christian teachings and local research, it offers practical insights for bridging the gap between legal protections and community norms.
Read MoreStaff Spotlight: Lucy James
June 10, 2025
Meet Lucy James, Landesa’s Director of Global Human Resources. Lucy started working for Landesa in 2012.
Read MoreWhat Does Tanzania’s New Land Policy Say on Women’s Land Rights?
May 29, 2025
Progress for gender-equal land rights comes with the launch of Tanzania’s revised National Land Policy.
Read ArticleNew National Land Policy Offers Promise for Tanzania’s Rural Residents
May 29, 2025
The Government of Tanzania launched its revised National Land Policy, which contains provisions to improve land governance nationwide.
Read ArticleLand and Violence in the Lives of Tribal Women: The Case of Jharkhand
May 27, 2025
Jharkhand leads India in witchcraft-related crimes, often tied to land disputes. This article examines how weak land rights expose tribal women to violence and outlines steps to reduce their vulnerability.
Read ArticleStaff Spotlight: Sophal Sam
May 13, 2025
Meet Sophal Sam, Landesa’s Cambodia National Coordinator. Sophal started working for Landesa in 2021.
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