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Decent Work and Unpaid Care work: The Missing Links in Ghana’s Labour and Gender Policy
Decent Work and Unpaid Care work: The Missing Links in Ghana’s Labour and Gender Policy By Araba Annan Introduction Ghana’s legal framework promotes equality and non-discrimination between men and women in all spheres of life. The 1992 Constitution of Ghana, particularly Chapter 5, guarantees participation by all citizens and abhors discrimination on any grounds, including within the workplace and labour …
She Leads Project
With funding from the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the She Leads Project is a five-year (2021-2025) strategic initiative of Plan International Netherlands, Defence for Children – ECPAT the Netherlands (DCI-ECPAT), African Women’s Development and Communication Network (FEMNET), and Terre des Hommes the Netherlands (TdH). The project is implemented in Ghana, together with eight (8) other African countries; Kenya, Uganda, …
SRHR Sessions
Adolescent sexual and reproductive health and rights is a very necessary component in our programme. We train Girls and Young Women(GYW) on this topic to equip them with all the necessary information needed to understand their bodies and to make informed choices. It is a session where we discuss mensural hygiene, sex, contraceptives, unprotected sex, safe and unsafe abortion, and …
Education on Environmental Preservation
We only have one planet, and there is no Planet B. This is why we must make conscious and deliberate efforts to preserve and protect our environment. At Women Aspire Network, environmental preservation and climate action are at the heart of our work. As part of our initiatives, we actively involve girls and young women in discussions and interventions aimed …
Capacity Building Sessions
The “sheleads” project provided a platform for building the capacity of Girls and young women (GYWs). Capacity building on leadership, advocacy, public speaking and confident building. These are qualities young people need to meaningfully participate in decision making in their communities and with the local governance structure.
Girls and Young Women’s Leadership session
Fair representation of women in leadership is key to national development. We are aware that the entire African continent lacks a fair representation of women in leadership positions. To address that, Women Aspire Network has among it objectives and focus area to promote gender equality which includes promoting female leadership and encouraging Girls and young women’s (GYW) leadership. The ‘sheleads …
Building a Supportive Network
One of the key strengths of the Women Aspire Network is its ability to build a supportive network for girls and young women in Africa. By connecting girls and young women with mentors, role models, and peers, the organization creates a sense of community and support. Through mentorship programs, leadership training, and networking events, the Women Aspire Network empowers girls …
Empowering Girls and Young Women in Africa: The Role of Women Aspire Network
Women Aspire Network is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the rights of girls and young women in Africa. With a mission to empower and uplift, this organization works tirelessly to create a better future for the next generation of African women. Advocacy and Awareness At the core of Women Aspire Network’s work is advocacy and raising awareness about the …