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26 Sep 24

2024 World Contraception Day: A Choice for All – Improving Access and Utilization for Women and Girls

World Contraception Day is an opportunity to highlight the importance of family planning and contraception in empowering individuals, especially women and girls, to make informed decisions about their reproductive health. This year’s theme, “A Choice for All,” underscores the universal right to access contraception and the crucial role it plays in enhancing health outcomes, reducing […]

11 Sep 24

ARHR Trains 900 Gender Model Families to Promote Health Equity in Ghana

In a significant move towards improving primary healthcare and promoting gender equity, ARHR through nine partners in Ghana’s Northern and Southern regions has recruited and trained 900 Gender Model Families (GMF) across ten project communities in two districts each. Each partner organization recruited 100 families, willing to participate in the GMF process, marking a key […]

09 Sep 24

Men as Allies in Promoting Women’s Health Using the GMF Approach

In many societies, traditional notions of masculinity have long been associated with strength, authority, and dominance. These gender norms often place men as the primary decision-makers even on household health issues. This can inadvertently perpetuate inequalities, especially relating to women’s health. The Gender Model Family (GMF) approach is a transformative approach to encourage men to […]

29 Aug 24

2023 Annual Report

The Alliance for Reproductive Health Rights (ARHR), in the year 2023 maintained an unwavering focus on improving health outcomes for women, children, and adolescents. Our work continues to revolve around advocating for fortified primary healthcare systems and obtaining sustainable sources of funds to address the unique healthcare needs of this demographic. This annual report illuminates […]

27 Aug 24

Addressing Gender-Based Disparities in Healthcare and the Need for Centralized Policy Focus

Healthcare is a fundamental human right, yet gender-based disparities continue to undermine the health and well-being of women and girls. These disparities manifest in various forms, including unequal access to healthcare services, inadequate representation in health policies, and the impact of societal norms that foster inequality. The implications not only affect the immediate health of […]

22 Aug 24

The Dual Impact of Domestic Violence and Mental Health Struggles

Introduction Data shows that some women aged between 15 and 49 in Ghana reported experiencing some form of domestic violence, including physical, sexual, and emotional abuse. This highlights domestic violence’s pervasive nature affecting individuals across various demographics and socio-economic backgrounds and the widespread nature of the problem highlights the urgent need for comprehensive measures to […]

20 Aug 24

Four Students Honored through the “ADOWA” Project’s Essay Competition

Four outstanding students have been awarded certificates of achievement as part of the Adolescent Health West Africa (ADOWA) Project’s “Adolescent Health Essay Competition.” The competition, held in April 2024, aimed to engage adolescents in discussions about issues that affect their health and well-being. Adolescents were asked to express their views on what is needed to […]

12 Aug 24

Northern Zone Partners Seek the Regional Health Directorate’s Support to Champion Women and Girls’ Participation in PHC Policy and Implementation

ARHR’s Northern Zonal partners, Songtaba and Youth Alive, held an inception meeting with the Northern Regional Health Directorate in Tamale on August 7, 2024. This meeting is part of the preparatory activities to derive support from key stakeholders for the rollout of the Gender Module Family (GMF), a key component of ARHR’s “Putting Women and […]

09 Aug 24

The Impact of Transactional Sex on Adolescent Mental Health

Transactional sex is common in various parts of the world, particularly in regions with high poverty rates, gender inequality, and limited economic opportunities for women and girls. It is important to recognize that this practice can be harmful to those involved due to the lack of health precautions, limited access to healthcare services, and its […]

01 Aug 24

The Crucial Intersection of Maternal and Mental Health in Ghana: Understanding, Supporting, and Advocating

According to WHO, Maternal health refers to a woman’s well-being during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum. Understanding maternal health is crucial because it impacts not only the woman but also the family and child’s development. Good maternal health is closely linked to mental health, encompassing an individual’s overall well-being and ability to manage life’s stressors (World […]