Ghana Stresses Need for Strong Institutions, Community Engagement to Promote Gender Justice
Ghana’s Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Hon. Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, has emphasized the need for strong institutions, accessible services, and community engagement to promote gender justice and close gaps in anti-discrimination laws.
Speaking at a side event on “Beyond the Law: Closing Gaps in Anti-Discrimination and Gender Justice” in New York, Minister Lartey noted that while Ghana has made significant progress in adopting legislation promoting gender equality, the real challenge lies in ensuring those laws translate into meaningful protection and opportunities for women and girls.
Ghana has enacted laws such as the Domestic Violence Act, Labour Act, and Affirmative Action (Gender Equity) Act to protect women and girls. The country has also implemented initiatives like the Livelihood Empowerment Against Poverty (LEAP) Programme and strengthened institutional responses to gender-based violence.
The Honourable Minister stressed that collaboration with civil society, development partners, community leaders, and women’s groups is essential to building inclusive and responsive justice systems. Ghana remains committed to strengthening its frameworks and working with partners to promote gender justice and empower women and girls.
