EFFECT OF GENDER INCLUSION ON FARMERS’ LIVELIHOOD: EVIDENCE FROM FARMERS IN MEZAM DIVISION NWR OF CAMEROON
This study investigates the effect of gender inclusion on the livelihood outcomes of farmers in the Mezam Division in the North West region of Cameroon. The data was elicited via a survey questionnaire administered to a sample of 381 farmers. Using the cluster sampling approach, proximity villages were grouped into three clusters of towns and stratified sampling was then used to select farmers to participate in the study. The study’s objective was achieved using ordinary least squares and control function regression estimation techniques with the altercation. The result revealed that gender inclusion significantly affects farmers’ livelihood outcomes in Mezam. The findings imply that if women are given equal opportunities in farming activities, the livelihood outcomes of farmers in the Mezam Division will improve. The result also indicated that the average female household contributes less than the male household. It was recommended that the Government implement policies promoting equal opportunities in farming activities while ensuring gender-inclusive programs.
Keywords: Gender Inclusion, Livelihood Outcomes, Control Function Regression
