The Role of Private Sector Actors in Mitigating Vulnerabilities of Women in the Face of Natural Disasters in West Africa

This study explores the role of the private sector and specifically the ECOWAS Private Sector Directorate in mitigating and managing women`s vulnerabilities to natural disasters. It examines how private sectors actors can promote a participatory and inclusive DRR approach that is reflective of gender concerns. It also examines the common and potential constraints that hinder the role of the private sectors in strengthening the voice of the most vulnerable groups including women. It concludes with recommendations that ECOWAS should adopt in order to enhance the quality of services and protection of women in disaster response situations.

By: Kaddy Fofana

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