Policy & Advocacy
Shaping International Trade & Regulatory Frameworks
The Global Shea Alliance Policy & Advocacy pillar represents the collective voice of our 849 members across 36 countries. We actively collaborate with governments, regional economic communities, and international standard-setting bodies to harmonize trade policies, protect parklands, and ensure favorable commercial conditions for women collectors and processors.
Through our dedicated technical committees, GSA bridges grassroots realities with international legislative discussions, ensuring sustainable growth and equitable value distribution.
Current Advocacy Projects
EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) Compliance
Supporting supply chain transparency and traceability mapping to ensure member alignment with incoming European import standards.
Regional Trade Policy Harmonization
Working alongside ECOWAS and national ministries to reduce tariff barriers and streamline cross-border shea kernel transit.
Shea Parkland Land Tenure Rights
Advocating for legal protections of shea trees and land ownership rights for rural women harvesters across West Africa.
Policy Briefs & Regulatory Guidelines
Advocacy Impact Metrics
Policy & Advocacy News
GSA Convenes Regional Policy Summit on EUDR Guidelines
International delegates gather in Accra to discuss collaborative traceability frameworks for shea exporters.
New Legislative Protections Proposed for Shea Parklands
Government partners introduce bills aimed at curbing deforestation and securing harvesters' long-term rights.
Partnership Established with ECOWAS Trade Directorate
A landmark agreement to streamline cross-border kernel logistics and lower trade friction across West Africa.