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Pushing for more gender equity in banana sector

Like in other agricultural sectors, women employed in the banana industry are especially vulnerable to labour abuses such as lower salaries and discrimination.

In Fairtrade certified banana producer organizations, equal employment rights among female and male employees are the rule thanks to the strict social standards that organizations must comply with. But even in Fairtrade settings, challenges posed by inequity still persist – especially with regards to women’s lower participation in leadership positions. Silvia Campos, Global Product Manager for Bananas at Fairtrade International and a member of the Gender Equity Task Force of the World Banana Forum, explains in an interview possible solutions to these challenges.



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