In developing solutions strategies, training programmes and demonstration projects on the ground, etc., we want to ensure that the programme identifies and considers unequal power relations and inequalities experienced by individuals as a result of their social identities, including gender, location, (dis)ability, wealth, education, age, caste/ethnicity, race, sexuality. It is worth noting that while access to cold-chains is likely to have substantial impacts on gender equality and the empowerment of women, considering that women represent on average 36.7 percent of all agricultural workers in 2019, and up to 50 percent in many countries in Africa, and are often traditionally responsible for post-harvest activities, gender-disaggregated information on the sector remain scarce.
GESI Scoping report
We have written scoping report that better understands the significance of gender equality and social inclusion in the cooling and cold-chain sectors. The report is based on a review of published
literature and expert interviews, exploring the key benefits that food and vaccine cold-chain can derive by integrating diversity, equality, and inclusion. It highlights potential value capture across different aspects of the supply chain and identifies gaps in evidence for designing inclusive cooling and cold-chain sectors.
GESI Framework for evidence gathering and project design
The GESI framework is an extension of the inclusive approach framework and aims to address inequality in cooling and cold-chain systems. It loks at three key elements: Access, Needs, and Participation. The objective is to identify barriers and opportunities in the sector to achieve equality.
This report provides a comprehensive guide on disaggregated data gathering to better understand the issues and find effective solutions.
A training module for Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) integration in cooling and cold-chain interventions
We have developed bespoke training module on GESI in cooling and cold-chain
ACES Sexual exploitation, abuse, harassment (SEAH) and safeguarding Policy
This policy outlines ACES commitment to promoting equality, safeguarding, and diversity in the workplace. It also guides the risk assessment and mitigation measures that will be adopted throughout the ACES program cycle.
ACES internal GESI monitoring and evaluation (M&E) framework
This M&E framework can be used by the appointed GESI point person who can monitor the progress and evaluate ACES project GESI activities as well as internal organisational structures and processes.
During the second half of 2024, we will be implementing the tools in Africa through Kenya, Rwanda both at the project/community level and also at ACES campus itself so as to develop them into online tools
