Mainstreaming Gender In The Blue Economy In Indonesia: Literature Review From An Ecological And Maritime Feminism Perspective
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The blue economy has emerged as a strategic framework for sustainable development that emphasizes the responsible use of marine resources. Although Indonesia possesses vast potential in this sector, gender inequality remains a persistent barrier in its management. Coastal women who play essential roles in processing, marketing, and maintaining marine-based livelihoods are still underrepresented in blue economy governance. This study conducts a critical literature review to explore how ecological feminism and maritime feminism can provide an integrative theoretical lens to reinterpret gender relations in Indonesia’s blue economy. The novelty of this study lies in its synthesis of these two feminist perspectives, which have rarely been jointly applied to analyze marine governance in developing countries. The research was conducted between January and April 2025 using qualitative descriptive with and systematic literature review (SLR) methods and content analysis to identify recurrent themes, including inequality of access, invisibility of women’s labor, and the link between marine environmental degradation and gendered vulnerability. The findings reveal that women’s contributions are substantial yet systematically overlooked within a masculine blue economy framework. By integrating ecological and maritime feminist approaches, this study offers a conceptual model for gender-transformative blue economy policies that promote equality, inclusivity, and sustainability. These insights contribute to expanding feminist discourse in marine studies and support evidence-based policymaking for a just blue economy in Indonesia.
Keywords: Blue Economy, Gender, Ecological Feminism, Maritime Feminism
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