Publications

During the moments of childbirth, emergencies can strike without warning. For many women in Ghana, the joy of bringing life into the world can quickly turn into a desperate fight to survive simply because a unit of safe blood is not available. This year’s World Blood Donor Day, under the theme “Give Blood, Give Hope: […]

World Environment Day offers an opportunity for organizations and communities to reflect on how the environment is being protected or harmed. The global theme for this year’s commemoration, “Ending Plastic Pollution,” is a fitting focus given the alarming levels of plastic waste choking our oceans, cluttering our communities, and poisoning the environment. While the world […]

Every year on May 28, the global community unites to observe Menstrual Hygiene Day (MH Day) – a pivotal moment to challenge period stigma, promote menstrual health, and uphold the dignity and rights of everyone who menstruates. For the second consecutive year, the theme “Together for a #PeriodFriendlyWorld” leads the charge. Departing from the tradition […]

In Ghana, a woman’s daily life is a delicate balancing act, often performed in silence and under strain. She is the income earner, the caregiver, and the community builder. She wakes before dawn to fetch water, prepares meals for the family, walks miles to her market stall or office, attends community meetings, and still carries […]

Globally, the toll of unsafe working conditions remains staggering. According to the ILO, nearly 2.9 million workers die each year from occupational accidents and work-related diseases. An estimated 402 million people suffer non-fatal work-related injuries, contributing to economic losses. These figures underscore the urgent need for robust occupational safety systems. Every year on April 28, […]

In a landmark move to improve menstrual hygiene and reduce school absenteeism among adolescent girls, the government launched the Free Sanitary Pads for Girls in School policy yesterday. The initiative is a significant stride towards achieving gender equity in education and ensuring that no girl is left behind due to a natural process such as […]

Every year on April 7, the world observes World Health Day, spotlighting a health issue of global importance. In 2025, the theme “Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures” draws urgent attention to maternal and newborn health—a cornerstone of public health and societal well-being. This theme deeply aligns with Ghana’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its health system, reduce […]

On Zero Discrimination Day 2025, we echo the global call to stand together and recognize communities’ critical role in the HIV response. Under the theme “We Stand Together“, this year’s commemoration highlights the resilience and dedication of community-led organizations in ensuring that all people living with and affected by HIV are treated with dignity and […]

Despite being illegal in Ghana, Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) continues to persist in some communities, particularly in the northern regions, where deep-rooted cultural beliefs and traditional practices outweigh legal prohibitions. Each year, countless girls are subjected to this harmful practice, often in secrecy, leaving them with lifelong physical and psychological scars. While legal measures serve […]