Gender
Karpowership Ghana Champions STEM Education for Young Girls on International Day of Women and Girls in Science
Karpowership Ghana, in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Gender, Children, and Social Protection, has reaffirmed its commitment to empowering young girls in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).
The event was on the theme: “Unpacking STEM Careers: Her Voice in Science,” aimed at inspiring and equipping future female scientists, engineers, and innovators.
Karpowership Ghana Driving Change in STEM Speaking at the event, Sandra Amarquaye, Communications Manager at Karpowership Ghana, emphasized the company’s commitment to gender equality in STEM saying: “At Karpowership, we believe in powering not just communities, but dreams. That’s why we go beyond advocacy to take action.
In 2024, we signed an MOU with the World Bank to prepare more women for employment in the energy sector. We have since launched an internship program and actively sponsor female engineering students. This is how we create lasting impact—by investing in young women and supporting SDG 4 (Quality Education) and SDG 5 (Gender Equality)
The event featured breakout mentorship sessions where insights from accomplished women in STEM, including Ign. Dr. Esther Kyere Andoh-Acquah, Pearl Akoma Abrokwah, and Ign. Prof. Mrs. Gladys Ama Quartey, shared their experiences and advice. Ms. Dorothy Kwesie, Headmistress of Bompeh SHS, praised Karpowership Ghana’s efforts: “Seeing our girls engage with women in STEM is truly inspiring. It proves that, with the right support, they can thrive.”
For many students, the event was transformative. Benedicta Azumah, a student at Bompeh SHS, shared: “Before today, I wasn’t sure about engineering. But hearing from these women has given me confidence.” Through initiatives like these, Karpowership Ghana continues to break barriers, nurture talent, and create opportunities for young women in STEM, driving progress toward SDG 4 & SDG 5.- GNA
Gender
Faith Dzakpasu receives huge global recognition
Ghana’s 2023 Best Teacher, Faith Aku Dzakpasu, has been named in the top 50 shortlist for the GEMS Education Global Teacher Prize.
Organised by Varkey Foundation in collaboration with the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO), the award is given to an exceptional teacher making significant impact on students and the community.
She was selected from over 5,000 nominations and applications from 89 countries across the world.
Now in its ninth year, the one million dollars Global Teacher Prize is the largest prize of its kind.
She made the mark following an incredible teaching philosophy which focuses on innovative and inclusive strategies tailored to meet the diverse needs of students.
She also employs research-based methods like Layering Text, Cross Text Analysis and tools such as ChatGPT to simplify complex concepts.
Speaking to The Spectator in Accra on Monday, she explained that her classroom fosters creativity, active participation and hands-on learning, integrating digital tools like Canva and 3D modelling software.
“I have also established centres for supporting students with learning disabilities and offers creative modules to help all learners succeed, regardless of their challenges,” she stated.
“Being selected for this award is a remarkable milestone in my teaching journey as I look forward to impacting on children and society at large,” she stated.
She encouraged teachers to be committed to their duty and go the extra mile to impact knowledge into children.
“We must continue to find new way to make teaching and learning more flexible and understandable,” she stressed.
“Visually engaging classroom designs and inclusive methods would consistently boost attendance, confidence and academic performance,” she explained.
On her own, Mrs Dzakpasu founded the Street School Project, bringing education to street children and the Creative Aid Agenda, which has trained over 4,200 individuals in entrepreneurial skills like biodegradable paper bag crafting.
She also established the Mother of Many Missions orphanage project, supporting orphans with essentials and education. Her “Reinventing Behind Bars” initiative empowers incarcerated women with self-care and reintegration tools.
Ms Dzakpasu, is a teacher at Doblo Gonno Methodist Basic School in the Ga West Municipal Assembly in the Greater Accra Region.
By Jemima Esinam Kuatsinu
Gender
SDA Women’s Ministries observe International Day of Prayer
The Women’s Ministries Department of the Seventh-day Adventist (SDA) Church observed the International Day of Prayer on March 1 at various SDA churches across the country.
The event, held on the theme ‘Reach Out,’ was aimed to empower women to spread the gospel, hope, kindness, and compassion to those in need.
Delivering the sermon at the New Life SDA Church last Saturday, Dr Mrs Cecilia Agyei Darko, former Acting Principal of the SDA College of Education (SEDACOE), encouraged women to stand firm in their faith because God allowed them to go through tribulations and trials to strengthen their faith in Him.
According to her, there would be times in their lives when they might lose a dear one, but even in those difficult times, they must still be thankful to God.
The former Acting Principal encouraged the women to reach out to the poor and vulnerable, and share their testimonies to inspire others.
Dr Darko, therefore emphasised the need for the women to carry with them a renewed sense of purpose and a commitment to reach out to those in need.
As part of the programme, the women also lifted prayers for the nation and for leaders who would prioritise the welfare of citizens.
They also thanked God for a peaceful election.
The International Day of Prayer served as a powerful reminder of the importance of faith, hope, and compassion in the face of adversity.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
