Analysis of Methodologies for Gender Studies

Abstract

Objective: To identify and analyze methodologies used in gender studies.

Design/methodology/approach: To analyze research methodologies applied to gender studies in agroecosystems, a theoretical review of the topic was conducted. A methodological approach was employed that included qualitative and quantitative analyses, as well as intersectionality as a key tool for understanding inequalities in access to resources, labor distribution, and decision-making processes. Various research methodologies for gender studies were identified, including discourse analysis, ethnography, and systematization of experiences. Results: The inclusion of gender indicators in agroecosystem assessments is essential to highlight disparities and propose strategies to overcome them. There is a need for inclusive public policies that strengthen women's participation in agriculture. The intersectional approach examines how gender, ethnicity, social class, and age interact to shape inequalities. The use of digital technologies, such as Geographic Information Systems (GIS), allows for the mapping of disparities and supports the implementation of inclusive governance models that promote women's participation in decision-making processes. Limitations of the study/implications: The implementation of inclusive policies may be constrained by institutional or sociocultural barriers in rural contexts. Findings/conclusions: The analysis confirms that qualitative methodologies, such as ethnography and the systematization of experiences, allow us to recover the voices and practices of rural women, highlighting inequalities in the distribution of labor and access to resources. Quantitative and mixed methods provide tools for measuring structural gaps and understanding the relationships between gender, ethnicity, social class, and age in production processes.

The incorporation of digital technologies such as Geographic Information Systems (GIS), the inclusion of gender indicators, and the adoption of participatory governance models have been identified as significant innovations in this field. However, this study demonstrates that their application remains limited and requires further empirical exploration in diverse rural contexts.