CAMFED CEO Calls for Strong Partnerships to Support Marginalized Girls’ Education and Livelihoods

At the recent CAMFED National Annual General Meeting held in Tamale, Madam Angeline Murimirwa, the Chief Executive Officer of CAMFED International, emphasized the importance of fostering strong partnerships to enhance support for marginalized girls in Ghana. She highlighted the need for stakeholders to contribute to CAMFED’s girls’ education program, a key driver of social change and a critical foundation for national development.

Speaking on the theme “Advancing the CAMFED Guide Programme: Progress, Review, Key Learnings and Strategic Next Steps,” Madam Murimirwa underscored the value of collaborative efforts in empowering girls and young women to achieve secure livelihoods. The event brought together CAMFED Ghana, its partners, and champions to reflect on the year’s achievements, address key challenges, and strategize for the upcoming year.

Madam Murimirwa called for strategic alliances to address the unique challenges faced by marginalized girls and young women, particularly in rural communities. “We need to work collaboratively to create opportunities that align with our shared objectives,” she stated, stressing that partnership is essential to develop sustainable pathways for these girls to thrive.

The meeting allowed CAMFED Ghana to report on its major programmatic themes and activities from the past year, gathering valuable feedback from stakeholders to refine its strategies moving forward. This inclusive approach provided stakeholders an avenue to contribute to CAMFED’s overall work plan and help shape the organization’s priorities.

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Madam Fairuza Abdul-Rashid Safian, the Executive Director of CAMFED Ghana, shared insights into CAMFED’s strategic program aimed at supporting girls to complete their education and develop into entrepreneurs and leaders within their communities. This program is not just about academic success but about equipping young women with the skills needed to make meaningful societal contributions.

Mr. Samuel Asare Danquah, Head of Monitoring, Evaluation, Research, and Learning at CAMFED Ghana, also highlighted the role of parental support groups in enhancing the program’s impact. These groups provide essential services to vulnerable students, such as school meal programs and supervision in school hostels, which ensure a supportive environment for the students’ overall development.

This annual gathering marked an important milestone in CAMFED Ghana’s ongoing mission to improve educational access and economic empowerment for young women in underserved communities, with the shared goal of advancing sustainable social change through education.

As CAMFED looks toward the future, the organization continues to welcome collaboration from partners committed to supporting the education and livelihood of marginalized girls in Ghana.

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