Alternative Water Use in Promoting the Empowerment of Women in Rural Areas of Nigeria

Key Messages

✓ Rainwater harvesting improves women’s empowerment beyond increasing water access.

✓ Women’s participation in household and community water decision-making increases.

✓ Benefits are stronger during the rainy season when water availability improves.

✓ Reduced time spent fetching water enables women to engage in productive activities.

✓ Gender-sensitive policies can address water insecurity while strengthening empowerment.