Vice President Jane Naana Opoku Agyemang attends Conference for Women in Leadership in the Public Sector, held under the theme “Breaking Barriers, Building Impact: Advancing Women’s Leadership in the Resetting Ghana Agenda.”
She impressed upon the women to take the space be the best in all endeavors.
The public sector plays a vital role in driving development, and women must be deeply involved in decision-making and institutional leadership. Yet, barriers persist, ranging from limited representation in senior roles to biases and stereotypes that undermine women’s full participation. Breaking those is essential. Promoting women strengthens institutions, deepens long-term strategic vision, and reinforces integrity and competence across all sectors.
The Vice President said, ”the government of His Excellency President John Dramani Mahama, a strong advocate for women, continues to show commitment to equity through deliberate policies, including the implementation of the Affirmative Action Act. Broader reforms under the Reset Agenda have helped stabilize the economy and restore confidence, and we have also focused on targeted interventions such as free sanitary pads for girls in school, the Ghana Medical Trust Fund, and a more inclusive NHIS”.
Prof. Naana Jane Opoku Agyemang urged women to resist stereotypes, build strong professional networks, deepen their knowledge, and position themselves confidently for leadership. Leadership is ultimately about impact and helping others along the way. We must promote fairness and integrity in hiring and promotion, and create professional environments that allow women to thrive both personally and professionally.
Advancing women’s leadership is a national development imperative. We must write a new chapter defined by equity, competence, and lasting impact.
