Member of Parliament for Klottey Korle Constituency, Dr. Zanetor Rawlings has called on women to put aside gender stereotypes, take up jobs in public and other sectors and occupy leadership positions just like their male counterparts in order to help fight against gender disparity. Explaining her point, she said if there were more women occupying … Read more
By Samuel Ayobami Ogunlana From the film ‘Hidden Figures’ I learned a lot of lessons on gender parity as it relates to societal development and that is why I recommended it, and I still want more people to go and watch that film especially guys. America and Russia were in a hot space race around … Read more
Former First Lady, Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, has emphasized the need for the youth to be sensitized on gender equality at all levels. She believes the effective sensitization of the youth will help “grow up the society to appreciate the capabilities of women in the society.” Speaking at the International Women’s day celebration under the theme … Read more
Former First Lady, Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, has emphasized the need for the youth to be sensitized on gender equality at all levels. She believes the effective sensitization of the youth will help “grow up the society to appreciate the capabilities of women in the society.” Speaking at the International Women’s day celebration under the theme … Read more
It is International Women’s Day (IWD)! A day when acts of courage and determination by ordinary women are touted. It is a day when women are celebrated, as well as reminded of their value, worth and great significance to mother earth. International Women’s Day seeks to empower women across the globe, by encouraging and promoting … Read more
Pedestrian traffic lights showing female figures rather than male have been installed in Melbourne to reduce “unconscious bias” and promote gender equality, officials said on International Women’s Day on Wednesday. Ten stop/go lights depicting a figure in a dress were switched on at one of the city’s busiest intersections, though some questioned the point of … Read more
The Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Otiko Afisa Djaba, has said the disinterest by the woman who was brutalized by a mob at Adum in Kumasi, could restrain her outfit from helping her. The Minister indicated that, her outfit cannot take any action until the victim decides to assist the Police with investigations. … Read more
The Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Otiko Afisa Djaba, has said the disinterest by the woman who was brutalized by a mob at Adum in Kumasi, will restrain her outfit from helping her. The Minister indicated that, her outfit cannot take any action until the victim decides to assist the Police with investigations. … Read more
The Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Otiko Afisa Djaba has said the disinterest by the woman who was brutalized by a mob at Adum in Kumasi, will restrain her outfit from helping her. The Minister indicated that her outfit cannot take any action until the victim decides to assist the Police with investigations. … Read more
You are born either male or female not by choice. Like one’s skin color, one does not choose their gender. If one’s gender is not by their preference, thus, it does not make sense to look down on another because you think their sex makes them think lesser. Our men must know that masculinity is … Read more
You are born either male or female not by choice. Like one’s skin color, one does not choose their gender. If one’s gender is not by their preference, thus, it does not make sense to look down on another because you think their sex makes them think lesser. Our men must know that masculinity is … Read more
February 14 was St. Valentine’s Day. The day and events that lead to it is when most men find value for females. Social media updates by men all point to engaging and showing “love” to their partners. The past week or so, the media had given so much attention to the deeds, lifestyle and manners … Read more
Gender Minister, Otiko Afisa Djaba says she is appalled by the acts of violence meted out against a 27-year-old lady for allegedly stealing in Kumasi. The lady, accused of allegedly stealing unspecified amount of money, is captured in a video being stripped naked, beaten and having some men insert their feet and fingers in her … Read more
Gender Minister, Otiko Afisa Djaba says she is appalled by the acts of violence meted out against a 27-year-old lady for allegedly stealing in Kumasi. The lady, accused of allegedly stealing unspecified amount of money, is captured in a video being stripped naked, beaten and having some men insert their feet and fingers in her … Read more
The Minister for Gender and Social Protection Madam Otiko Afisa Djaba is hopeful that no woman will ever be subjected to the kind of vetting she under The Minister for Gender and Social Protection Madam Otiko Afisa Djaba is hopeful that no woman will ever be subjected to the kind of vetting she underwent in … Read more
A northern-focused non-governmental organisation (NGO), Norsaac, has urged government to increase the number of women in key decision-making positions, especially the Metropolitan, Municipal and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs), at the various assemblies in the Northern Region. The call comes as the process of shortlisting applicants for the MMDCE position is ongoing across the country. Norsaac’s … Read more
Girls start to see themselves as less innately talented than boys do when they are only six years old, a group of US researchers has said. They said the “disheartening” results suggested the problem could snowball to affect future careers. The study on 400 children, in the journal Science, initially found both five-year-old boys and … Read more
The incoming Children, Gender and Social Protection minister has been urged to consider a five year development agenda, drafted by the immediate past minister or else the ministry may not make desired progress in good time. The five year development plan which was created after wide consultation with interested stakeholders captures issues regarding the Livelihood … Read more
For 80 year old Awabu Mahama, basic human rights have been absent from her life since 1996, the year she was banished from her home and community and sent to the alleged Witch Camp in Kukuo. During her time in the camp over the past 20 years, she’s been denied the fundamental rights of freedom … Read more
Women empowerment advocacy organization called Songtaba has disclosed an increased 42%.percentage of child marriage and gender based violence in Northern Ghana. This situation, according to Songtaba’s programmes Director, Hajia Lamnatu Adam is above the national average of 24%. “The situation in Northern Ghana is far above the national average and I believe religious bodies are … Read more