How women can play a pivotal role in a more sustainable future for Africa's rural communities

Mar 8, 2022

sustainable future, rural communities; NAKOLO SHEA AND BAOBAB PRODUCTION

Women pick baobab fruits in Nakolo, Ghana. Prioritising female leadership and expertise in conservation projects could help create a more sustainable future for rural communities in Africa. Image: Tree Aid / Lema Concepts Africa

Annie Schultz

Policy and Advocacy Advisor, TreeAid

Lidya Valea

Monitoring and Evaluation Coordinator (Burkina Faso), Tree Aid

Nathalie Ouedraogo

Gender & Social Inclusion Officer , Tree Aid

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A group of women in Ouolodo village, Mali, learning land restoration techniques as part of the She Grows project, through UK Aid Match. Image: Tree Aid / Hamdia Traoré

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