{"id":355911,"date":"2025-03-14T11:47:49","date_gmt":"2025-03-14T11:47:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gbcghanaonline.com\/?p=355911"},"modified":"2025-03-14T11:55:31","modified_gmt":"2025-03-14T11:55:31","slug":"vice-president-advocates-for-gender-equity-in-the-workplace-on-international-womens-day","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gbcghanaonline.com\/general\/vice-president-advocates-for-gender-equity-in-the-workplace-on-international-womens-day\/2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Vice President advocates for gender equity in the workplace on International Women\u2019s Day"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The Vice President of the Republic of Ghana, Professor <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Jane_Naana_Opoku-Agyemang\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang<\/a>, has called for accelerated action to create a more equitable workplace during the International Women\u2019s Day celebration. Speaking on the theme, \u201cAccelerating Action for a More Equitable Workplace,\u201d she emphasized the need for inclusive environments that empower women and allow them to thrive in governance and public service delivery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>She stated that workplaces should be welcoming spaces where women, often in the minority, can grow from &#8220;being buds to full-blown flowers.&#8221; This approach is crucial in fostering an environment where everyone can express their potential. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>She stressed the importance of equity in recognizing every talent and ensuring that women are given opportunities to contribute meaningfully to national development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Vice President also highlighted the significance of leadership in using privilege to uplift others, guiding them toward realizing their aspirations and potential. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>She emphasized that leaders should use their positions to bring others forward, showing them the path to success. This leadership role is vital in creating a supportive ecosystem that encourages growth and progress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Vice President expressed gratitude to key stakeholders who have supported initiatives promoting gender equity, particularly His Excellency John Dramani Mahama. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>She added that efforts must focus on deprived areas to ensure all girls and boys stay in school and achieve their dreams. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang concluded by urging everyone to commit to fairness and opportunity for women while fostering spaces that nurture talent and progress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gbcghanaonline.com\/category\/general\/\">More Stories Here <\/a><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Vice President of the Republic of Ghana, Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, has called for accelerated action to create a more equitable workplace during the International Women\u2019s Day celebration. 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