Yaa Kpodo: Gender-based violence undermines the principles of…
A 20-year-old student from Ghana, Yaa Kpodo acts to improve the lives of girls and young women in her country by campaigning for gender equality.
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Case Studies
Girls speak out on national issues
Linda and Mary went on a media tour to urge the government to eliminate the tax on sanitary products and advocate for girls’ rights.
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Successful Ghanaian women inspire next generation of female…
Ghanaian girls met with successful female leaders, who discussed and shared their experiences.
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The radio show giving unmarried mothers a voice in Ghana
Nimaatu broadcasts in her local dialect with the aim of reaching as many people as possible, promoting the better treatment of unmarried mothers, and ending the shame and stigma surrounding…
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Steel bender boosts his business
Solomon started out as an informal steel bender, he now runs a thriving business, trains apprentices, provides a pension scheme and bids for big contracts.
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“I want to break the cycle of limitations placed on women…
After marrying at 16, Ikilimah is breaking down gender stereotypes as a woman in construction.
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