Vice President of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA), Rebecca Ekpe joined government officials, women’s rights advocates, civil society leaders and development partners in Accra to commemorate International Women’s Day, an event that also marked the official launch of Ghana’s National Gender Policy (2025–2034).
The celebration brought together a cross-section of stakeholders committed to advancing gender equality and strengthening the role of women in national development. The highlight of the event was the unveiling of the new ten-year policy framework designed to promote equal opportunities and empower women and girls across Ghana.
National Celebration of International Women’s Day 2026 at Labadi Beach Hotel.
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Speaking at the ceremony, participants emphasized that the new gender policy signals Ghana’s renewed commitment to addressing gender disparities in governance, economic participation, education and social protection.
The policy, launched by the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection, replaces the previous framework and sets out a decade-long roadmap for mainstreaming gender equality in national planning and development programmes.
Officials explained that the policy aims to strengthen legal, social and institutional systems that protect women’s rights while expanding opportunities for women’s leadership and economic empowerment.
GJA Vice President, Rebecca Ekpe, who joined dignitaries and women’s groups at the commemoration, described the moment as a significant milestone in Ghana’s journey toward inclusive development.
She noted that the launch of the policy during International Women’s Day was symbolic, reinforcing the country’s commitment to ensuring that women are fully represented and empowered in every sector of national life.
“Gender equality is not simply a women’s issue; it is a national development imperative,” she said, adding that empowering women contributes directly to economic growth, social justice and sustainable development.
The Vice President commended the Ministry and its partners for their efforts in developing the policy through nationwide consultations and stakeholder engagements.
The National Gender Policy (2025–2034) outlines several strategic priorities, including expanding women’s economic opportunities, strengthening protection against gender-based violence, improving access to justice and increasing women’s participation in political and public leadership.
Stakeholders at the event also highlighted the importance of collaboration between government, civil society organisations, traditional leaders and the private sector to ensure the successful implementation of the policy.
International Women’s Day celebrations across Ghana featured public dialogues, cultural activities and policy discussions focused on accelerating progress toward gender equality and women’s empowerment.
For many participants, the launch of the new gender policy represents a renewed national commitment to building a society where women and men have equal opportunities to contribute to Ghana’s development.
