All-female women empowerment group, calling itself Modern Women of Wisdom Organization has commended Parliament of Ghana for the passage of the Affirmative Action Bill 2024.
Parliament on Tuesday, July 30, 2024 unanimously by the House after many years is now the Affirmative Action Gender Equity Bill 2024.
Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin stated that “Affirmative Action Gender Equity Bill 2024, now Affirmative Action Gender Equity Act 2024 duly read the third time and passed.
Reacting to this, the group in a statement stated that ” Women will now have access to resources, employment opportunities, and equal salaries as their male counterparts. The Bill addresses historical gender biases, including forced marriage, child marriage, female genital mutilation, domestic violence, inheritance/property rights, and objectification of women.”
“We celebrate this achievement and look forward to its implementation, which will undoubtedly transform the lives of women in Ghana. ” Part of the statement read.
Below is the full statement
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Modern Women of Wisdom Organization Commends Parliament of Ghana for Passing Affirmative Action Bill
July 31, 2024
Accra, Ghana
We, the members of Modern Women of Wisdom Organization, an all-female women empowerment group, extend our heartfelt congratulations to the Parliament of Ghana and the Minister of Gender, Children and Social Protection, Hon. Dakoa Newman, on the passage of the Affirmative Action Bill.
This landmark legislation aligns with the UN 2030 gender equality goals (SDG 5) and marks a significant milestone in bridging the gender inequality gap.
The Affirmative Action Bill ensures increased representation of women in decision-making positions, leading to inclusive policies and a minimum of 30% representation as stipulated in SDG 5.
Women will now have access to resources, employment opportunities, and equal salaries as their male counterparts.
The Bill addresses historical gender biases, including forced marriage, child marriage, female genital mutilation, domestic violence, inheritance/property rights, and objectification of women.
We celebrate this achievement and look forward to its implementation, which will undoubtedly transform the lives of women in Ghana.
The Bill will promote equality, improve healthcare and education outcomes, and enable women to take leadership roles, inspiring future generations.
Long live Parliament of Ghana !
Long live Gender, Children and Social Protection Ministry!
Long live Ghana!
Contact:
Nana Ama Asantewaa Kwarko
Women Empowerment Advocate
Founder, Modern Women of Wisdom Organization
0244933893
Source: Elvisanokyenews.com
