Strengthening the status of the spouse and partner in Albania’s agricultural businesses
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In Albania, despite many positive policies and legal developments regarding gender equality, the ownership and management of agricultural businesses remain heavily male-dominated. Only 8 percent of women own land, which places women in an economically dependent position and makes them more vulnerable to shocks and crises (Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women, 2016). This policy paper examines the experiences of three European Union countries – Belgium, France and Spain – to showcase good practices for enhancing the role and status of spouses and partners in agricultural businesses. In line with Directive 2010/41/EU, these countries have amended their legislation to formally recognize the economic contributions of spouses and partners in farming operations. Through these reforms, the spouse or partner of an agricultural business owner or manager is granted legal status that entitles them to decision-making rights over the agricultural business and social protection benefits.As Albania moves toward European Union accession and continues its commitment to gender equality, it can benefit from these examples to strengthen women's rights in agriculture and advance their economic empowerment. The good practices can be helpful for other countries seeking solutions to improve the status of women and men in agricultural businesses.