A good law is one that balances interests. The NPO Bill is an opportunity to strengthen collaboration, trust, and development in Ghana. A few days ago, during a routine media monitoring exercise, I came across a story that struck me in a way that got me thinking long and hard. This rural woman told a […]
Be honest, when was the last time you liked, commented on, or shared a post from your own organization’s social media page? For most staff, the answer is “rarely.” After all, isn’t that the job of the communications team? I would say not quite. Here is why, in today’s digital world, every employee is part of the […]
The sustainability of Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in Africa has come under intense scrutiny following the U.S. aid freeze. To address this challenge, key stakeholders recently engaged in a crucial discussion on strategies to reduce dependency on foreign aid and secure long-term resilience. The conversation highlighted both immediate and long-term solutions, from fostering regional collaboration […]
Have you ever wondered what your professional journey would look like without internships or mentoring? Internships have proven to be a critical step in providing young people with the opportunity to gain practical experience, develop essential skills, and create networks that can open doors for future employment opportunities. At STAR-Ghana Foundation, we recognize the potential […]
Overview There is a general failure to tap into domestic resources, which is deemed an indispensable contributor to the resilience of civil society and sustainable development in Africa. Freedom of association, as recognized in some international and regional treaties, provide a legal basis for the protection of civil society organizations (CSOs). In 2021, STAR-Ghana Foundation […]
STAR Ghana Foundation in collaboration with Africa Education Watch, SEND Ghana and Parliament’s select Committee on Education held a strategic meeting to discuss reports and surveys produced on education services delivery in Ghana. The report which captured an analysis of the 2022 national budget revealed an allocation of 12.9% to the education sector which does […]
Merry Christmas and happy holidays! We shall continue this month on the various guide techniques to aid in walking with a visually impaired. Let’s remind ourselves of the definitions we learnt during the last chapter. Definitions Throughout these instructions; the sighted person will be referred to as the guide whiles the visually impaired person will be referred […]
STAR-Ghana Foundation facilitates return of teenage mum to school two years after quitting due to pregnancy Imagine what it feels like to be targeted and ridiculed by your peers for being pregnant while in school; getting lost in thoughts of a shattered dream of becoming what you want to be in future and the unending […]
Forum on Social Protection under the theme ‘Social protection mechanisms in a covid-19 pandemic: understanding the intersection of impacts, response, and lessons’ Highlights of discussions The COVID-19 pandemic has had enormous negative socio-economic impacts and tested the resilience of people across all income levels. However, as with most crises, the poor disproportionately face the largest […]
What is Sighted Guide Technique? Sighted guide technique refers to a method by which a visually impaired person and a sighted person can walk together safely and comfortably. Specific techniques and movements are prescribed to allow the pair to negotiate a variety of travel situations safely, comfortably, and efficiently. Sighted guide technique requires a minimal […]
You are welcome to the thumb press guide which is a technique for aiding people with visual impairment. This technique is used as an informative tool to alert people with visual impairment of impediments such as gutters, hills, slopes and any obstacle which is to be crossed or moved over or under. Unlike the sighted guide technique […]
With the advancement of technology has come the need to support and provide people with visual impairment (students, professionals) the capacity to take advantage of this ongoing technological boom! Introducing the BrailleNote Apex manufactured by HumanWare Company. The HumanWare comapny has been around since the year 2000 and has been helping the visually impaired with tools and […]
Over the past couple of months, we have been learning the tips on aiding people with visual impairment in the area of three (3) ‘A’s (Approach, Ask and Assist). This week we are rounding up on that session and as such would like us to have a recap of our previous sessions. We have learnt that: This […]
Hello everyone! I believe we have been putting into practice all that we have been learning the past couple of months on aiding people with visual impairment? Good job! We learnt last month the processes involved in Assisting a visually impaired person with emphasis on the need to describe the environment to them to make […]
Dear readers, it’s another month again and time for our GESI Corner. We would be continuing our session aiding people with visual impairment. As highlighted last week we need to be guided by the three (3) ‘A’s (Approach, Ask and Assist) when aiding visually impaired persons. Today, we would be focusing in detail the processes involved in Assisting a visually […]
Sometimes we find it difficult to go out and help people with one disability or the other. We debate with our inner selves for long before we take the initiative – “how should I talk to the person?”, “would s/he even appreciate the support?” Oh and if you had the courage to help and have […]
Barry Smith, Senior Institutional Strategy Advisor, 16 November 2018 This week marks the launch of the STAR Ghana Foundation. Building on the work of the donor-funded STAR-Ghana Programme, the Foundation is a Ghanaian-owned and led national centre for active citizenship, civil society and philanthropy. As we celebrate the launch of the STAR Ghana Foundation, we […]
A recent study into Social Norms and Petty Corruption investigated the reasons why Ghanaians may engage in bribe paying, based on an original survey of 1,400 citizens. A third of Ghanaian citizens report that they have paid a bribe during the last year. The sectors that are most corrupt are the police, followed by electricity […]
Ghana has held six elections since returning to multiparty democracy in 1992 with three turnovers of power including, in 2016, the first defeat of a sitting incumbent. But multiparty elections are costly affairs for aspiring and current parliamentarians as this cost of politics research illustrates. Between 2012 and 2016 the cost of running for political […]
How Naabans Foundation is inspiring change through resource mobilisation, women’s empowerment, and community development. Naabans Foundation began its journey under the Catalyst Fund and has since grown into its second phase — one of the youngest organizations within the CSSF portfolio. Their work is rooted in the community. The team spends time with local groups, […]
By Eunice R. Agbenyadzi What if peacebuilding is not about only security? Across northern Ghana, communities are sending a powerful message: they do not seek violence; they seek the dignity of work and the means to provide for themselves and their families. This call challenges us to rethink peacebuilding and […]
The Rural Aid Alliance Foundation (RAAF), a non-political, non-profit NGO based in Takoradi, is steadily transforming its operations and impact through the Civil Society Strengthening Facility (CSSF). With a clear plan and commitment, RAAF has been able to implement several activities, despite encountering a few challenges along the way. The journey so far has been encouraging, showing […]
When a consultant once described Human Rights and Development Services (HURDS) as “a child in need,” it reflected the organisation’s struggles before joining the Civil Society Strengthening Fund (CSSF). Limited systems, no finance officer, and weak structures threatened its sustainability. But just a few years later, HURDS has transformed into a confident, visible, and resilient civil society organisation charting […]
For the Women Support and Activist Group (WOSAG), the Civil Society Strengthening Fund (CSSF) under the Shift the Power programme came as a lifeline. When Samiha Yunus joined as Executive Director in February 2025, the organisation was struggling to stay afloat—under-resourced, with only two staff managing operations and finance, and without an up-to-date strategic plan. The CSSF grant marked […]
For over two decades, Songtaba has been at the forefront of advocating for women’s rights and empowering underserved communities in Northern Ghana. But like many civil society organisations, the group has felt the pinch of dwindling donor funding and shifting aid priorities. Now, with support from the Civil Society Strengthening Fund (CSSF), Songtaba is charting a bold new […]
In Tamale, Northern Ghana, URBANET is writing a new chapter in its 22-year journey of supporting vulnerable groups and smallholder farmers. Through the Civil Society Strengthening Fund (CSSF) under the Civil Society Strengthening Programme (CSSP) – implemented by STAR-Ghana Foundation (SGF) and the West Africa Civil Society Institute (WACSI), with funding from Comic Relief and […]
When the Civil Society Strengthening Programme – Shifting the Power (CSSP–StP) took off, School for Life (SfL) in Tamale embraced the opportunity with optimism and caution. “When we set out with the CSSP programme, we went through the inception phase. We have come far and so much has changed from then to now,” reflects Wedad Sayibu, Director […]
For years, members of the Akwatialine Scrap Sellers Association in Kumasi dismantled metal and electronic waste under harsh and unsafe conditions. Workers lacked protective gear, discarded valuable materials, and endured poor health as a result of toxic exposure. The work was tough, the earnings meagre, and the risks high. “Now we extract waste in smarter ways that […]
