Barriers of West African women scientists in their research and academic careers: A qualitative research.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

This study aims to identify barriers to the professional advancement of women researchers in West Africa.

Methods

This was a descriptive, observational, cross-sectional qualitative study conducted between June and September 2020 in five West African countries (Ghana, Senegal, Burkina Faso, Niger and Mali). Interviews were conducted with 21 female and 9 male health researchers by video call. After transcription, the data was thematically analysed using an inductive process.

Results

Four themes associated with barriers to women's careers development were identified. First. was family- and environmental-related barriers. Gender norms that assign domestic tasks and responsibilities to women reduced the time they were able to dedicate to research. Second was gend

SUBMITTER: Sougou NM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8967005 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature