Gender perception and education in the conservation of Amazonian natural resources

The deterioration of natural resources represents a global problem that impacts the lives of all human beings. Hence, education and participation are important to protect nature, as is making a transformative contribution to environmental education. This study aimed to examine the relationship between education, gender roles, and the preservation of Amazonian natural resources. A descriptive approach was adopted, employing a non-experimental design over two distinct periods. Data collection involved administering a structured questionnaire to 240 participants (120 men and 120 women) aged 18 years or older and living in rural Amazonian communities. The results revealed that individuals who had lower levels of education and faced significant gender disparities within families and society were more likely to bear responsibility for natural resource conservation. Education level and gender had a statistically significant relationship (p < 0.05) with natural resource preservation. Hence, gender is intricately linked with resource management and preservation, necessitating training for enhanced safeguarding.