Bridging the Gap: Advancing Gender Inclusion in Transport for Sustainable Development
Webinar | Online
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Organized by:
Independent Development Evaluation (IDEV/AfDB)
- In partnership with: Ieconnect, World Bank Group
About the Event
Be part of what promises to be an insightful session exploring innovative approaches to achieving gender responsiveness in the transport sector.
Join the African Development Bank’s Independent Development Evaluation (IDEV), Gender, Women and Civil Society Department (AHGC), and the World Bank’s ieConnect for Impact Program in a joint session titled, “Bridging the Gap: Advancing Gender Inclusion in Transport for Sustainable Development.”
Drawing on IDEV’s recent Transport Sector Evaluation and ieConnect’s research, the session will provide a platform to discuss the importance of integrating gender equality principles in transport sector initiatives, showcase innovative gender strategies and evaluation/research findings, and foster dialogue to advance gender-responsive policies for sustainable and inclusive development.
Participants can expect insights from real-world case studies and evaluation findings on gender-responsive transport initiatives; evidence on barriers faced by women in mobility—including safety concerns and access challenges; and practical lessons and solutions that can inform policies, programming, and project design. The event offers a unique opportunity for learning, collaboration, and actionable recommendations that aim to shape inclusive, resilient, and effective transport systems across Africa.
Join the African Development Bank’s Independent Development Evaluation (IDEV), Gender, Women and Civil Society Department (AHGC), and the World Bank’s ieConnect for Impact Program in a joint session titled, “Bridging the Gap: Advancing Gender Inclusion in Transport for Sustainable Development.”
Drawing on IDEV’s recent Transport Sector Evaluation and ieConnect’s research, the session will provide a platform to discuss the importance of integrating gender equality principles in transport sector initiatives, showcase innovative gender strategies and evaluation/research findings, and foster dialogue to advance gender-responsive policies for sustainable and inclusive development.
Participants can expect insights from real-world case studies and evaluation findings on gender-responsive transport initiatives; evidence on barriers faced by women in mobility—including safety concerns and access challenges; and practical lessons and solutions that can inform policies, programming, and project design. The event offers a unique opportunity for learning, collaboration, and actionable recommendations that aim to shape inclusive, resilient, and effective transport systems across Africa.
Speakers
| Name | Title | Biography |
|---|---|---|
| Joseph Mouanda | Chief Evaluation Officer, AfDB | Joseph Mouanda, a statistician economist, has been with IDEV/AfDB since 2001, conducting various evaluations. Joseph previously worked in Côte d’Ivoire’s education sector and taught at the National School of Statistics and Applied Economics of Abidjan. He is a Certified Knowledge Manager. |
| Aram Gassama | Research Analyst Development Impact Department, World Bank | She is a Research Analyst at the DIME/World Bank, supporting transport sector impact evaluations through the ieConnect team. Her research focuses on mobility, climate, and gender. Aram holds a Master’s degree in Public Policies and Development Economics from the Toulouse School of Economics. |
| Alice Duhaut | Researcher, Development Impact Department, World Bank | She is a Researcher at DIME/World Bank, specializing in evaluating policy interventions in urban infrastructure, trade facilitation, and revenue mobilization. She studies customs and border crossing, cities, and trade networks. Alice holds a PhD in economics from the Free University of Brussels. |
| Eng. Sheila Enyonam Akyea | Senior Transport Engineer, African Development Bank | She is a Senior Transport Engineer at the AfDB, managing infrastructure projects in Anglophone West Africa. With over 20 years' experience, she has led award-winning transport projects . Sheila holds an MSc in International Construction Management and Engineering from University of Leeds |
| Horst Heimstädt | Executive Director SADC Alliance of NGOs for Road Safety | Horst is a seasoned NGO Business Manager and regional advocate for inclusive transport systems. He serves as the voluntary Executive Director of the SADC Alliance of NGOs for Road Safety and CEO of the Namibia Road Safety Forum. Horst brings personal commitment to equity and inclusion initiatives. |
| Bibie O. Nyagali | Planning Officer at Tanzania’s Ministry of Transport | She has experience in regional development, public policy formulation, and implementation; and supports inclusive, community-aligned transport infrastructure planning. Bibie holds a Bachelor's in Regional Development Planning from Ardhi University. |
Moderators
| Name | Title | Biography |
|---|---|---|
| Nelly Maina | Principal Gender Officer, AfDB | Nelly Maina brings over 20 years of experience working on gender issues in Africa and Central Asia. Nelly has experience in gender mainstreaming across various sectors. She has previously worked with the UN, WFP, ActionAid International, World Vision International, Save the Children and Mercy Corps. |