Central Regional Women’s Caucus Representative of the National Association of Local Authorities of Ghana, Constance Baaba Boateng, has welcomed participants to this year’s International Women’s Day celebration held at Potsin.
In her address, she commended women in local governance for their resilience and contributions to community development, describing them as key drivers of change at the grassroots level.
She emphasised the significance of this year’s theme, “Give to Gain,” urging women leaders to support, mentor, and empower one another to build stronger and more inclusive communities.
She further encouraged active participation and collaboration among members of the Women’s Caucus, noting that collective effort remains essential in advancing gender equality and local development.
The event brought together women leaders, traditional authorities, and stakeholders from across the Central Region to celebrate achievements and renew their commitment to women’s empowerment.
Delivering the keynote address, the District Chief Executive for Gomoa East, Hon. Margaret Naana Ackom, highlighted the strength and unique capabilities of women in nation-building.
She noted that women possess inherent power, evident in their ability to carry and nurture life, describing this as a symbol of resilience and endurance. She encouraged women to be bold and confident in decision-making and to take up leadership roles within their communities.
Hon. Ackom also emphasised the important role women play in the home, calling on them to support their husbands and contribute to building strong and stable families, which she described as the foundation of every thriving society.
She further commended women for their ability to manage limited resources effectively, noting that even with little, women often find ways to support many—an attribute she described as critical for community development.
She concluded by urging women to support one another in their various fields of endeavour, stressing that unity among women will lead to stronger and more resilient communities.
Delivering her address as Special Guest of Honour, the Queenmother of Gomoa Amoanda, Nana Ekua Esuamba I, called on women to embrace compassion and responsibility in building stronger communities.
She urged women to take advantage of opportunities to support and raise needy children, noting that nurturing such children brings long-term benefits not only to families but to society as a whole.
She also encouraged women to remain active and relevant in their churches and communities, stressing the importance of participation and service.
Nana Ekua Esuamba I further advised women to serve as role models to the youth, emphasising the need to demonstrate good character, positive attitudes, and strong leadership in everyday life.
On parenting, she underscored the importance of raising children with kindness and strong moral values, describing it as essential for securing a better future for society.
She concluded by encouraging women to be bold in decision-making, adding that such decisions must be guided by knowledge and wisdom.
