Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Ghanaian Times
Published on 2024-04-05 15:55:25
The Network of Professional Women in Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WiWASH) of the Ghana Water Limited is advocating for women to focus on their own achievements rather than engaging in unnecessary competition with men in the pursuit of gender equality. Mrs. Vida Affum Duti, the Country Director for IRC Ghana and Board Member of GWL, emphasized the importance of women being proud of their talents and capabilities without comparing themselves to men. She cautioned against the notion that women are only meant to support the success of men, reminding them that they are equally capable of achieving their own success.
Speaking at an event in Accra to celebrate International Women’s Day, Mrs. Duti urged women to set their own goals and aspirations and strive to achieve them without wasting time on needless competition with men. She stressed the need for women to focus on their own abilities and accomplishments rather than measuring themselves against men.
The event was attended by distinguished guests including the Managing Director of GWL, Dr. Clifford Brimah, Professor Benedicta Fosu-Mensah, and Dr. Rita Boateng from the University of Ghana, as well as other Chief Managers of GWL who addressed the audience of women.
WiWASH, the Ghana Chapter of the Women’s caucus of the Africa Water and Sanitation Association (AfWASA), provides a platform for women in the water, sanitation, and hygiene sector to exchange experiences, share best practices, and build capacity for sector improvement. Launched in Ghana in July 2017, WiWASH welcomes membership from women in various roles such as researchers, engineers, technicians, and administrative officers within the WASH sector.
By encouraging women to focus on their own achievements and abilities, WiWASH aims to empower women in the water, sanitation, and hygiene sector to realize their full potential and contribute significantly to the sector’s development. The organization believes that by supporting and uplifting each other, women can create a more inclusive and gender-equal environment in which they can thrive and succeed.
In conclusion, WiWASH is dedicated to promoting gender equality and empowering women in the WASH sector to reach their goals and aspirations. By refraining from unnecessary competition with men and focusing on their own talents and capabilities, women can drive positive change and make meaningful contributions to the sector’s growth and development.
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