Gender Equality Programming in Northern Ghana: Empowering School-Age Girls and Enhancing Educational Access

Key Points

• The research aims to explore how gender equality programming can enhance educational access for school-age girls in Northern Ghana.
• Utilized a mixed-methods approach including surveys, interviews, and focus group discussions.
• Engaged school-age girls, parents, and educators in data collection.
• Focused on identifying barriers to education and assessing program effectiveness.
• Educational access challenges for school-age girls were successfully addressed.
• Participants reported enhanced self-esteem and confidence among girls.
• Long-term benefits were noted, suggesting the need for continued support and funding.