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First Female Vice President of Ghana Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has issued a stirring call to action, advocating for the creation of unbiased and inclusive working environments that empower women to assume leadership roles. This impassioned plea was made during the commemoration of the 2025 International Women’s Day at the Presidency, with the theme “Accelerating Action for a More Equitable Workplace”.
Prof. Opoku-Agyemang emphasized the vital importance of acknowledging and celebrating the collective contributions of women to governance and public service delivery.
She stressed that the ultimate objective is to transform equity from a mere aspiration into a tangible reality across various sectors, fostering a culture of inclusivity and fairness. “We gather not just to celebrate our collective contribution to governance and public service delivery but to commit to action to ensure that equity is not merely an aspiration, but a lived reality across our various Secretariats, Directorates, and Units,” she declared.
The Vice President also underscored the significance of fairness, equal opportunities, and meritocracy, dispelling the notion that equity is about favoritism or division. “Let us remember that equity is not about favour, nor is it about division. It is about fairness, opportunity, and ensuring that every woman has the space to lead, thrive, and contribute at her fullest potential,” she asserted.
Moreover, Prof. Opoku-Agyemang highlighted the imperative of fostering a healthy, supportive, and inclusive working environment that promotes women’s productivity, well-being, and empowerment. She condemned the unfair treatment of women in the workplace, which has a detrimental impact on their mental health, and emphasized the need for policies that ensure a safe, equitable, and enabling working space. “I am particularly pleased that today’s discussion will focus on ‘Wellness in Women,’ highlighting critical aspects of managing workplace stress. This is a fundamental pillar that determines the strength of our workforce. A healthy woman is a productive woman, and a well-balanced woman is an empowered woman,” she noted.
In conclusion, Prof. Opoku-Agyemang urged that the conversations and commitments made during the commemoration should translate into concrete policies, practices, and actions that promote safe, equitable, and inclusive workplaces. “Our conversations today must not end here. They must lead to policies, practices, and actions that make our workplaces truly safe and equitable,” she added.
Story by Lawrence Odoom/Phalonzy
