As Ghana joins the global community to mark International Women’s Day 2026, the Board Chair of RUWA-Ghana, Dr Sylvia Anie CSci FRSM FRSC, has called for a radical shift toward collective support to ensure the advancement and safety of women.

Emphasising that progress cannot be achieved in isolation, Dr Anie underscored that the foundation of a successful society lies in the mutual upliftment of its female citizens.

The power of purposeful unity

In a resonant message delivered to commemorate the day, Dr Anie highlighted that the journey toward gender equality requires a unified front.

She framed the struggle for women's rights not just as a matter of policy, but as a shared human endeavour.

“We work together and in support of each other to enable purposeful and successful strides forward,” Dr Anie declared, setting the tone for the organisation’s 2026 advocacy agenda.

Breaking the silence on gender-based violence

Against the backdrop of this call for unity, RUWA-Ghana has launched a powerful campaign under the banner: "Silence Protects Abusers. Speaking Up Protects Survivors."

The initiative, supported by the Board of Trustees, aims to dismantle the culture of quietude that often surrounds Gender-Based Violence (GBV) in homes and institutions.

The organisation maintains that every woman deserves a life free from the shadows of fear and discrimination. To achieve this, RUWA-Ghana is urging the public to adopt a three-pillar approach:

• Listen and Believe: Prioritising the voices of survivors to build trust.
• Challenge Silence: Actively speaking out against abuse within local communities.
• Create Safe Spaces: Ensuring survivors are heard, respected, and provided with the necessary institutional support.

The ‘ENOUGH’ Project: A strategic partnership

This year’s International Women’s Day activities are part of the broader implementation of the “ENOUGH” Project. This initiative is a result of a strategic partnership with GIZ Ghana, with funding provided by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ).

The project falls under the Support to Human Rights, Gender Equality and Civil Society (S(HE)) framework, aiming to amplify the voices of the vulnerable and ensure that human rights are protected at every level of Ghanaian society.

Dr Anie’s call to "work together" serves as both a mandate and a hope for a future where the Black Star shines equally for every Ghanaian woman.