Interrelationship between gender and rural landscapes in Latin America: a systematic and bibliometric review.
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cultural diversity, female empowerment, socioeconomic inequalityAbstract
In this study, we conducted a systematic and bibliometric review to explore how gender dynamics influence rural landscapes in Latin America; a region that stands out for its rich cultural and socioeconomic diversity. We aim to identify the main theoretical and methodological contributions, where gender and rural landscape intersect, as well as any knowledge gaps that require attention. Fifty-seven articles selected from academic databases were analyzed implementing a bibliometric approach with co-citation analysis and network evaluation to identify research patterns and thematic clusters. Results indicate that women play a central role in sustainable natural resource management and climate change adaptation but face significant barriers due to socioeconomic inequalities and traditional power structures. Likewise, the review reveals a lack of studies that integrate intersectional perspectives and comparative approaches to better understand the complex gender dynamics in different local contexts. Findings suggest that rural development policies should be redesigned in order to become more inclusive and equitable, supporting women as leaders in their communities. Future research is proposed, incorporating more diverse methodologies and participatory approaches to capture rural women’s experiences and design more effective policies that promote gender equality and environmental sustainability.
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