Ghana Country Newsletter

Issue #003 - August 2025

It’s been an exciting few months at Women Changemakers for Education. From in-person gatherings to international engagements, our Fellows and Alumnae continue to lead, inspire, and create impact. Here’s a look at what we’ve been celebrating since our last newsletter in April.

 🎉 Cohort 3 In-person Gathering 🎉

We hosted a vibrant in-person gathering for our Fellows this August, bringing together passionate women leaders committed to transforming education in their communities. Over three days, Fellows engaged in workshops, strategy sessions, and reflective conversations that strengthened both their leadership and collective vision.

The gathering created a space for deep connection, peer learning, and renewed energy to carry forward their initiatives. From team-building activities to panel discussions, the program blended practical skill-building with moments of inspiration.

For many, this gathering was more than just a meeting; it was a reminder that they are not alone in their journey, but part of a powerful community of women changemakers.

“The gathering was a transformative experience. It reignited my passion for change and connected me with like-minded individuals who share the same vision.” – Portia Dumba

“The sessions were insightful, and the connections made were invaluable. I left with a renewed sense of purpose and direction.” – Ama Frimpomaa Oware

“I’m feeling energized and inspired after the gathering. It was a perfect blend of learning, sharing, and growing together.” – Agnes Etuah

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#Changemaker Series

Our social media has been super vibrant with constant updates and highlights of the amazing work of our Fellows and Alumnae. We introduced a brand new #ChangemakerSeries, which highlights the outstanding work of our changemakers on our Website and Social media channels, regularly on most Fridays. These features have been super fun and insightful in sharing the journeys and stories behind our Changemakers and the impact they make in their communities. We say Ayeeko (welldone), Changemakers! Find snippets of our highlights below and keep a watchful eye out for more.

Agnes Etuah, a Mastercard Foundation alumna, is a youth advocate from Ghana’s Central Region. She is the founder of the Buoyant Youth Foundation, which mentors and supports girls to thrive in education and leadership. Through her work, Agnes is transforming the potential of young people.

Patience Antwi, founder of  Youth Fusion Hub, is creating pathways for underserved young people in Ghana. Through the WC4E Fellowship, she has expanded her initiative into a sustainable program offering web development, language education, and trade training to help youth shape brighter futures.

Nina Spio Quansah founded the Well Skills Development Hub in Northern Ghana to empower women and girls with literacy, economic, and creative skills. As she likes to say, “When women thrive, communities thrive” and WC4E has played a pivotal role in magnifying her impact.

Clemencia Laadi, founder of the Empower Rural Education Initiative, grew up in a rural community and launched a STEM Club during her national service to spark curiosity and hands-on learning especially for girls facing limited educational access.

Jennifer Quartey is the founder of Mbaa Tumi, a project rooted in the belief that “Every girl, regardless of academic performance or background, has a pathway to success.”

Fatimah Hallu Alhassan is the founder of the Seed of Hope Foundation, a grassroots initiative dedicated to improving education in rural Ghana. Through her work, she provides learning materials, empowers parents, and advocates for equitable access to quality education for underserved children .

Ama Frimpomaa Oware is a sociologist, educator, and current WC4E Fellow (Cohort 3) who champions girls' leadership through her initiative, Empower One Mentorship Initiative. She recently celebrated IWD 2025 by leading a vibrant "Kaya Girl" book and movie session using storytelling to empower young girls.

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🏆 Recognitions & Awards 🏆

	Saraswati Arthur scaled up The Reading Factory, taking it national to expand literacy access for children across Ghana.
	Prof. Dajana (WC4E Board member) received the TRT World Citizen Award for outstanding contributions.
	Fatima Hallu was recognized as a Golden Apple finalist for her work in education.
	Saraswati Arthur was chosen selected as a Chevening Scholar.
	Portia Dumba was honored with the JoyNews Impact Maker Award.
	Hiqmat Sungdame participated in the 69th session of the UN Commission on the Status of Women (CSW69).
	Nimatu Siisu was selected as a  Mandela Washington Fellow.
	Patience Antwi partnered with youth groups (and two other WC4E Fellows) to launch a graphic design initiative.

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🎬 Introducing Our New YouTube Channel

We’re thrilled to launch our official YouTube channel, @ChangeForEd! Here, you can explore inspiring stories from our Fellows and Alumnae, highlights from our events, and educational content on youth empowerment, leadership, and community development.

Subscribe today to stay connected, inspired, and part of the movement transforming education in Ghana and beyond!

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Outlook for the Next Quarter

We’re proud of the continued impact our Fellows and Alumnae are making, both locally and globally. Follow us on for real-time updates and stories that celebrate our Changemakers making waves across Ghana and beyond!

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Thank You to Our Donors!

Our work here at WC4E is made possible thanks to the generous support of the Trimble Foundation and our incredible individual donors. We're deeply grateful for your commitment to driving change and expanding opportunities.