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Dr. Astou Diao Camara Calls for Gender Equality in West African Dairy Sector at World Dairy Summit During the World Dairy Summit 2024

World 18.10.2024
Source: DairyNews.today
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During the World Dairy Summit 2024, Dr. Astou Diao Camara from the Senegalese Institute of Agricultural Research (ISRA) spoke on the importance of empowering women in West Africa's dairy industry.
Dr. Astou Diao Camara Calls for Gender Equality in West African Dairy Sector at World Dairy Summit  During the World Dairy Summit 2024
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In the session focused on “Attracting and Empowering Women in the Dairy Sector,” Dr. Camara emphasized the critical role women play within the region’s dairy systems, particularly on family farms, while also highlighting the significant gender inequalities they face.

“In West Africa, women are crucial to dairy systems but face significant gender inequalities,” Dr. Camara stated. She referenced recent research that illustrates women’s integral contributions to family farms and dairy production, underscoring a need for supportive public policies that promote gender equality and empower women in the sector.

Her remarks align with ongoing discussions at the Summit, which has focused on inclusivity and sustainability in the global dairy industry. Dr. Camara’s insights underscore the importance of implementing policies that enable women to fully participate and thrive within dairy systems, ensuring a more equitable and productive future for the dairy sector in West Africa.

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