Changemaker Series: Clemencia Laadi

Meet Changemaker Clemencia Laadi, Founder of Empower Rural Education. Clemencia believes that, "Education is the seed, community the soil—water both, and watch resilience bloom".

Empowering Rural Futures through Education

Growing up in a rural community, I witnessed how limited access to quality education stifled potential, especially for girls. Many dropped out early due to cultural expectations or economic hardship. I, too, navigated the uncertain transition from junior high to senior high with little guidance. These personal experiences shaped my path and inspired me to pursue a degree in Early Childhood Care and Education.

During my national service, I felt compelled to create something meaningful, a safe space for students to explore, ask questions, and grow. That’s how the STEM Club was born. With the help of the Science Set, I introduced learners to complex concepts using hands-on, experiential learning. That initiative crystallized my mission to create spaces where rural children, especially girls, can learn, thrive, and believe in limitless possibilities.

My time with AgriCare Solutions deepened that resolve. While working to combat food insecurity, I met countless farmers who dreamed of better opportunities for their children. I realized that education is not just a tool, it’s the bridge between survival and sustainability. And so, the Empower Rural Education Initiative was born: to spark curiosity, nurture confidence, and build critical thinking among rural youth. Because every child deserves the chance to write their own story.

WC4E’s Contribution

Joining WC4E has been transformational. Through mentorship and connection, I gained clarity and courage. I restructured my initiative with a clear blueprint and a renewed sense of purpose. WC4E has not only amplified my voice but surrounded me with a family that believes in collective impact.

Together with a fellow Changemaker, we launched a joint project and successfully onboarded and connected over 100 girls in senior high school to inspirational figures in difference fields. The support from WC4E is more than organizational, it’s deeply human. Inclusion here is not a slogan; it’s a lived value. This is a family that molds dreamers into doers, and I am grateful to be undergoing that process.

My Vision

I dream of a Ghana where rural children no longer have to choose between survival and schooling. My vision includes:

• Expanding impact across 5+ communities by strengthening mentorship and community-led initiatives.

• Policy advocacy, collaborating with government to improve rural education infrastructure and teacher development.

• Sustainable partnerships that empower local ownership and ensure no child is left behind or unheard.