Feminism Quote by Arancha Gonzalez
“The big part of coffee production in many rural areas is in the hands of women. It's women who work in the fields. They harvest the coffee. They wash the coffee. They take the coffee to the market. But when the coffee gets to the market, it's the man who cashes in the money for the crop.”
About This Quote
Source Report: Gender roles in coffee supply chains, 2019
Women perform most labor in coffee production, yet men control the final monetary transaction, revealing gender inequity.
In simple terms: Women do the work, men get paid.
Key Takeaway
Address gender pay gaps in agriculture.
Themes
gender
economics
inequality
Mood
empathetic
motivated
Type
analytical
advocacy
When to use this quote
- fair trade certification
- women cooperatives
- policy advocacy
- consumer awareness
Key Concepts
labor division
market dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can markets ensure women receive fair compensation?
- What policies empower women in agricultural value chains?
A Different Perspective
Cultural norms often limit women's financial agency.
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