Assessing the Contribution of Women's Activities to Environmental Conservation in Sectors Surrounding Nyungwe National Park, Nyamagabe District, Rwanda

Women's participation in conservation activities around Nyungwe National Park, Rwanda, significantly enhances environmental outcomes. A strong positive correlation (r = 0.712, p < 0.05) was found between women's engagement in reforestation, sustainable agriculture, and water management, and improved forest cover, reduced deforestation, and biodiversity. Despite challenges like resource scarcity and cultural barriers, women play a pivotal role in community-based conservation. The study, using mixed-methods including surveys (391 women) and interviews (5 local leaders), underscores the need for greater empowerment of women through education, resources, and policy involvement to sustain environmental benefits.

Mukamusoni, J., Shimirwa, J. C., & Pancras, N. (2025). Assessing the Contribution of Women’s Activities to Environmental Conservation in Sectors Surrounding Nyungwe National Park, Nyamagabe District, Rwanda. East African Journal of Environment and Natural Resources, 8(3), 176–192. https://doi.org/10.37284/eajenr.8.3.3778