DR. AGNES Naa Momo Lartey, Ghana’s Minister for Gender, Children, and Social Protection, delivered a compelling address at the 80th United Nations General Assembly, emphasizing on the critical need for global action on gender equality, peace, and inclusive development.
In her speech, Dr. Naa Momo Lartey highlighted Ghana’s commitment to integrating gender perspectives into national development strategies.
She underscored the importance of empowering women and girls, particularly in conflict-affected regions, and called for collaborative efforts to ensure their safety and inclusion in peacebuilding processes.
The Minister also discussed the implementation of Ghana’s Affirmative Action (Gender Equity) Act, 2024, which aims to increase women’s representation in decision-making roles across public and private sectors.
She stressed that achieving gender parity is essential for sustainable national development and urged other nations to adopt similar measures.
Dr. Lartey reaffirmed Ghana’s dedication to the Women, Peace, and Security agenda, aligning with international frameworks to promote women’s rights and participation in governance.
She called on global leaders to prioritize gender equality in their policies and to support initiatives that empower women economically, socially, and politically.
Her address at the UNGA serves as a reminder of the ongoing challenges faced by women worldwide and the collective responsibility of the international community to address them.
Source: Nationaltymes.com
