Papua New Guinea

Political Economy Analysis of Papua New Guinea

Palladium

Bodhi conducted a gender-sensitive political economy analysis of the Agriculture, Forestry, and Other Land Use (AFOLU) governance framework in Papua New Guinea for Palladium. This analysis aimed to provide strategic insights for Palladium's programming by elucidating the gender dynamics and political-economic factors that shape the management of AFOLU resources within the country. Emphasising a gender-sensitive approach, the study focused on identifying the obstacles women encounter in consultation processes and their inclusion in decision-making related to forest governance, land use, and sustainability. The study contributed to informing the PNGSL's objectives by identifying key opportunities and providing recommendations for navigating the complexities of the AFOLU context in Papa New Guinea. The analysis was conducted through a combination of desk research and consultations with 26 stakeholders across civil society, the private sector, and government in Port Moresby.