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This poll has completed. It ran from Jan. 13, 2019, 10:15 p.m. through Jan. 27, 2019, 1:44 p.m.
AKICA CM2 1.5 | What is the major barrier for women to own land in your area?
Background:
In Uganda, the share of men who own land is 21% higher than that of women yet over 70% of women are engaged in agriculture. Many women do not have legal ownership rights to the land on which they live/ work. Land creates direct economic benefits through renting, sale and security for loans. For women, land ownership marks the end to economic uncertainty and vulnerability and has a potential impact on the entire community.
Question:
What is the major barrier for women to own land in your area?
A - Cultural perceptions stop women from owning landQuestion:
What is the major barrier for women to own land in your area?
B - Limited awareness of women’s land rights
C - Inadequate enforcement of laws and policies on women’s rights
D - Limited financial means for women to buy/ register land
Instructions:
Go to messages on your phone & type AKICA (SPACE) GENDER (F OR M) (SPACE) ANSWER (a, b, c or d) and Send your message to 8881. This SMS is totally FREE of charge. I encourage women and girls to participate. DO NOT let men speak for you. Make your opinion count!