“Empowering women economically is not just a matter of justice, but a pathway to a more equitable and thriving society. When women rise, entire communities flourish.”

The lack of economic gender justice in Ghana poses a major barrier to gender equality, limiting women’s roles in decision-making, escaping abuse, and influencing policies. Without equal rights to housing, land, property, and the labor market, Ghanaian women remain vulnerable to violence, exploitation, and economic dependency, which hinders their political and leadership opportunities. Women in Ghana face significant economic disadvantages, with much of their labor, particularly in rural areas, being unpaid and overshadowed by domestic responsibilities. When they do enter the labor market, they often occupy low-wage, insecure jobs with limited advancement and face wage gaps and discrimination.

At Pemcoa Foundation, we believe that economic empowerment is crucial for gender equality, poverty reduction, and inclusive growth in Ghana. Our programs focus on improving women’s access to decent work, financial services, and economic assets, while advocating for supportive policy changes. We work with marginalized groups, including rural women and domestic workers, to ensure they gain higher incomes, greater resource control, and protection from violence. Through collaborations with local communities, government, civil society, and the private sector, we aim to create inclusive markets and promote enterprise development, valuing and supporting women’s contributions to both paid and unpaid work.