As vulnerable persons in society, women are often faced with social, economic and cultural barriers when seeking justice. WiLDAF aims to overcome these barriers through: facilitating access to government or civil society sponsored legal aid services (i.e. information about legal rights/ responsibilities, legal counselling, legal advice, legal representation, etc...), through increasing physical access to structures/mechanisms where people can take their problems as they pursue justice, and lastly in the application of constitutional provisions on human rights and legislation.
In order to implement gender sensitive legislation and policies which adequately satisfy both women's and men's interests, increased representation of women in public decision-making roles is necessary. However, due to traditional gender roles and customs, women are often discouraged and prevented from assuming such positions. WiLDAF not only aims to educate all citizens of their rights, but also to inspire and encourage women to participate in processes that affect their social, economic and cultural roles.
WiLDAF Reacts to 'Jesus one Touch' Judgement
WiLDAF Ghana has issued a Press Statement expressing its disappointment at a High Court ruling that quashed the 10year jail sentence against Prophet Kofi Yerenkyi, also known as 'Jesus one Touch', for allegedly defiling his 10year old daughter. WiLDAF has urged the State Attorney to appeal against the ruling.
WiLDAF Participates in a Students' Forum at Ho to Climax the 16 Days Campaign
The Ministry of Women and Children’s Affairs,MOWAC in collaboration with significant Stakeholders working to end viole ce against Women, including WiLDAF Ghana have climaxed this year’s 16Days Campaign against gender-based violence with a Youth Forum in the Volta regional capital, Ho. The forum was aimed at educating the youth about the need to end violence in the society.
Stop Violence Against Women; WiLDAF cautions Ave Dakpa residents
The Volta Regional Assistant Programme Officer of Women in Law and Development in Africa (WiLDAF Ghana), Mr. Victor Adevu-Quashie, has cautioned against all forms of violence against women, because the practice does not only constitute the undermining of the fundamental human rights of the victims in the country, but also affects development activities.WiLDAF condemns violence associated with biometric registration
Women in Law and Development in Africa, WiLDAF Ghana has issued a Press Statement expressing grave concern about the incidence of violence associated with the on-going biometric registration and the reported assault on an aspiring member of Parliament for the Ablekuma South Constituency, Ms Ursula Owusu.
Need to increase women participation in governance to meet 2015 MDG target
Accra, Dec. 22, GNA -Government has been urged to increase the number of women in political decision making structures to meet the 30 per cent representation set out in the 2015 Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) target. Mr Frank Wilson Bodza, Programme Manager, Governance, Women in Law and Development in Africa (WiLDAF) made the call at a media soiree in Accra.
Partners in gender advocacy share strategies
WiLDAF Ghana has joined Crossroads International and its Southern Partners in an exchange visit in Swaziland. The partners in gender and human rights activism met in Manzini, Swaziland to exchange best practices for the advancement of women and girls.The five-day work shop aimed to contribute to the reduction of violence against women and girls, through the exchange of personnel, strategies and resources on advocating for legislature and implementing strategies that prevent violence against women.
WiLDAF conducts training on biometric registration & Voter education
WiLDAF Ghana has trained 75 young men and women between 18-25years as peer educators on the biometric voter registration in three districts. The exercise forms part of a series of activities to engage young men and women in the upcoming 2012 general elections.
WiLDAF features in TV3's IWD Programme
WiLDAF Ghana marked this year's International Women's Day by partnering with other Stakeholders who work for the advancement of women to share experiences and best practices aimed at enhancing the cause of women.In observation of the Day, a private Television Network, TV3 interviewed various women's rights advocates and persons on the street.The episode touched on the role of women in conflict, education, women's empowerment and leadership, and the theme for the 2012 celebration. WiLDAF's Communications officer, Mercy C. Adjabeng spoke on behalf of WiLDAF.
Congratulations: Dr. Okonjo-Iweala for World Bank Presidency
WiLDAF Ghana congratulates Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Nigeria's Finance Minister on her unanimous nomination by the African Union (AU) for the Presidency of the World Bank, and commends the AU for this feat. Dr. Okonjo-Iweala's unanimous nomination by the African Union (AU) and its power houses, Nigeria, South Africa and Angola is a clear indication of a paradigm shift in the balance of power as well as confidence reposed in women as agents of change.
International Women's Day: "Empower Rural Women, End Hunger And Poverty"
WiLDAF Ghana joins women around the globe in solidarity for human rights, dignity and equality as we celebrate International Women’s Day. This sense of mission drives us and millions of people around the world (male and female, young and old) to pursue justice and inclusion. We very much appreciate a day like this when we can celebrate the achievements of governments and civil society groups across the globe to empower rural women and girls.