Wild meat is an important natural resource worldwide and must be sustainably managed to avoid livelihood insecurity and biodiversity loss.
An often-overlooked aspect of wild meat management is the pivotal role that women play in its harvesting, processing and distribution. Engaging women is thus key to achieving sustainability and equitable distribution of conservation benefits.
WildCRU PhD student Jasmin Willis is exploring the lack of gender perspectives in wild meat conservation. Conducting research in a major market in Ghana, she is identifying women’s responsibilities and decision-making abilities within tropical wild meat systems.
This work will ensure that the experiences, needs and impacts of women can be addressed in wild meat related decision-making and conservation.