An Impact Assessment of the GEWE ACT of 2022 on Women’s Participation in Parliament and Agricultural Productivity in Sierra Leone.

Where Have Our Investments in Women Gone?

An Impact Assessment of the GEWE Act of 2022 in Sierra Leone. 

This study seeks to answer two policy questions:

•Political Impact: Has increased women’s representation improved parliamentary effectiveness—measured by attendance and participation in plenary and committee sessions?

•Economic Impact: Has increased support to women farmers led to higher food productivity, especially in rice farming?