Women in Development and Advocacy Ghana

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT: BOARD MEMBERS

Women in Development and Advocacy Ghana (WIDA Ghana) invites applications and nominations from committed individuals to serve on its Board of Directors.

WIDA Ghana is a national organisation working to advance women’s leadership, influence policy, strengthen voice and visibility, expand economic opportunities, and support movement building. The Board provides strategic direction and oversight to ensure the organisation delivers on its mission with integrity and accountability.

We are seeking individuals with strong expertise and demonstrated commitment in one or more of the following areas:

- Gender policy and women’s rights
- Public governance, law, or public policy
- Finance, accounting, or audit
- Communications and media
- Entrepreneurship and economic empowerment
- Research, data, and evidence generation
- Civil society leadership and coalition building

April opens a new chapter, and we welcome it with purpose.

At Women in Development and Advocacy Ghana, a new month is a reminder that progress is built day by day. Across communities, women and girls continue to lead, to challenge barriers, and to shape a more just and inclusive society.

This month, we renew our commitment to:
• advancing women’s leadership and voice
• protecting the rights and dignity of every girl
• strengthening opportunities for those too often left behind

To all our community members, your work and trust continue to move this mission forward.

May April bring clarity, courage, and steady progress in all that we do!
Happy New Month.

Women in Development and Advocacy Ghana

Happy International Women’s Day.

Today, Women in Development and Advocacy Ghana celebrates the strength, courage, and leadership of women everywhere. Under the theme “Give to Gain,” we are reminded that when women invest in one another through knowledge, solidarity, and action, we all move forward.

Give your voice. Give your support. Give your leadership.
The gain is a more just, equal, and powerful future for women and girls.

Happy International Women’s Day. 💜✊🏾

Who is WIDA Ghana for?

This page is for Ghanaian women working in development, advocacy, policy, research, governance, and social impact.

If you are writing proposals, influencing community change, implementing programmes, shaping policy conversations, or leading reform, you belong here.

- We will spotlight women like you.
- We will share opportunities.
- We will discuss real issues.
- We will build influence together.

Comment with your field of work and location.
Let us begin.

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