In Africa, small-scale cross-border trade (SSCBT) is common, with academics estimating its volume at times exceeds formal trade flows for certain commodities. SSCBT provides livelihoods for thousands, many of whom are women, thereby contributing towards food security, poverty alleviation and job creation. In doing so, it also contributes towards regional economic growth and development within the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and African Union (AU). There is a gap in understanding of and support for women involved in SSCBT across the continent, including between countries along the Abidjan-Lagos corridor which supports approximately 75 percent of trade activities in the sub-region and is home to over 70 million people. Major border crossings include but are not limited to Aflao (Ghana) - Kojoviakope (Togo), as well as the Hillacondji crossing between Togo and Benin. The Objective of this proposed project is to better understand and support the role of women in SSCBT between Benin, Ghana and Togo, thereby enhancing community development at vulnerable border areas and contribute to the realization of the ECOWAS Free Movement Protocols as well as the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).