Category Archives: Women and Girls Empowerment

SWIDA Ghana has been making efforts to prevent and respond to Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) affecting the vulnerable, including Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) at every stage. The organization has been engaging directly with PWDs to enable the understanding of their unique experiences, barriers to reporting abuse, and challenges in accessing justice and support services.Continue reading

SWIDA Ghana Organizes Training Under the EMPOWERHER Project

As part of our commitment to promoting safe, inclusive, and resilient communities, SWIDA Ghana successfully organized a Training on Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV), SGBV Referral Systems, and Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) Service Delivery for frontline responders under the EMPOWERHER Project. The training brought together health professionals and frontline service providers operating withinContinue reading “SWIDA Ghana Organizes Training Under the EMPOWERHER Project”

SWIDA Ghana Convenes Town Hall Meeting in Tamale

As the Convenor of the SDG Tamale Platform, SWIDA Ghana, in collaboration with the Tamale Metropolitan Assembly and with financial support from the Ghana SDG Secretariat, successfully organized a Town Hall Meeting that brought together over 90 participants, including citizens, traditional authorities, civil society organisations, women, youth, persons with disabilities, and government institutions. The meetingContinue reading “SWIDA Ghana Convenes Town Hall Meeting in Tamale”

Climate Change Conference held in Tamale

Executive Director for SWIDA Ghana, Hajia Alima Sagito-Saeed delivered a presentation at the Climate Change Conference, which was under the theme “Towards Gender-Sensitive Climate Adaptation for a Just Transition in Northern Ghana.” With this year’s focus on Northern Ghana, the conference, organized by FES and YARO, brought together over 50 participants from Northern Ghana toContinue reading “Climate Change Conference held in Tamale”

Women in Karaga Reclaim Lands Using Trench Tech

In Karaga, the active participation of women in reclaiming degraded lands through deep trench technology is transforming livelihoods and restoring environmental health. By leading land restoration efforts, women improve soil fertility, increase agricultural productivity, and strengthen household food security. The involvement of women promotes sustainable land management practices, enhances resilience to climate change, and createsContinue reading “Women in Karaga Reclaim Lands Using Trench Tech”

SWIDA Ghana Commends Partners for Support in Communities

SWIDA Ghana has extended heartfelt appreciations to Global Affairs Canada and the SIGRA project for supporting Kumbungu Women’s Climate Resilience and Sustainable Livelihood interventions. According the Executive Director of SWIDA Ghana, Hajia Alimah Sagito-Saeed, the intervention has reached over 300 women and extended to Nanumba South and Mion Districts, creating real opportunities for rural womenContinue reading “SWIDA Ghana Commends Partners for Support in Communities”

In Pictures: Donor Visits Project Community to Assess Intervention

Donor visits show women groups that their work is seen, valued, and supported beyond reports. Direct engagement builds trust, boosts morale, and validates their efforts on the ground. When women feel recognized, they gain confidence to take bolder steps, innovate, and sustain their initiatives—turning encouragement into stronger impact for their families and communities. This isContinue reading “In Pictures: Donor Visits Project Community to Assess Intervention”

Real men protect dignity, not the reputation of abusers – GBV Advocate

Gender-Based Violence (GBV) advocate and KASA Project Lead, Juliet Wepaare Ako, has called on men and boys to redefine masculinity by standing up against abuse and defending the dignity of women and girls. “Real men protect dignity, not the reputation of abusers,” she stressed, urging male allies to break the culture of silence that oftenContinue reading “Real men protect dignity, not the reputation of abusers – GBV Advocate”

UCARE: Project Staff Monitor Meetings in Savannah Region

Staff of the UCARE project are the in Central, East, and West Gonja Districts of the Savannah Region, actively supporting and monitoring the monthly meetings of Gender Model Family Champions. This initiative, funded by Alinea International and Global Affairs Canada, is being used to strengthen community-led efforts to promote gender equality and women’s empowerment. ThroughContinue reading “UCARE: Project Staff Monitor Meetings in Savannah Region”