Empoderando a las ganaderas del norte de Oaxaca, México

Objective: To analyse the limitations and areas of opportunity to boost women’s empowerment in a male-dominated activity such as cattle ranching in the northern region of Oaxaca, México. Methodology: Qualitative method is used to interview sixteen cattle women. Results: The relevance of societal restrictions produced by gender stereotypes and the importance of education and training to surpass them are highlighted. Limitations: The findings are limited to the municipality under analysis, rural women´s multiple economic activities and its impact on their empowerment processes. Value: Making visible women’s presence in masculinized activities, the analysis of its strengths and limitations, and the proposition of strategic actions to promote women's empowerment through a integrative daily life perspective. Conclusions: Stands out the need to carry out comprehensive actions to strengthen cattle women’s agency, particularly in domestic and community spheres.