AIM

1. Facilitate the development and efficiency of businesses and actors in the shea value chain
2. Create a favourable market for shea products- both locally and internationally
3. Collect, research and disseminate information on the shea to local and international partners
4. Establish a strong collective bargaining power for shea quality standard practice and price
negotiation.
5. Promote strong partnership, business development and advocacy to propel growth and
development of the shea industry
6. Contribute to a universal order based on principles of human dignity, solidarity of peoples and
freedom from exploitation in the shea industry.
7. Undertake initiative to prevent activities such as felling of shea trees for charcoal production and
firewood, Exportation of raw materials (Shea nuts).

Membership

1. Promote the work of the GSBA in their professional fields, businesses and in the network
2. Contribute to the work of the GSBA where needs and their knowledge and skills match
3. Stay informed of UIA’s activities by reading the Secretariat’s quarterly and annual reports;
4. Participate in the General Assembly (held every two years in place any parts of Northern Ghana) either in person or by proxy.
5. Right to participate in GSBA Round Tables and training sessions
6. Posting of news relevant to associations on the GSBA
7. Rights to share the shea business information on the GSBA page or websites
8. Exclusive rights to data extractions and customized services of GSBA
9. Professional advice on attracting international associations or businesses
10. Must complete the membership form and pay all dues or financial commitments prescribed in the constitution
11. Other benefits that board or management members have approved