STAR-Ghana Foundation invites applications for the Carol Bellamy Leadership Award 2025 (CBLA 2025) from women-led small organizations or individuals working at the intersection of women’s empowerment and Preventing and Countering Violent Extremism (P/CVE). This award offers $2,000 in funding for capacity strengthening, leadership support, and the implementation of PVE initiatives. If you are  influencing change in your community and advancing efforts to prevent […]

Are you passionate about development and eager to gain hands-on experience in business development and resource mobilization? STAR-Ghana Foundation is looking for a dynamic and motivated BDU Intern to join our team!  Interested? Application Process Interested persons should submit a 2-page Letter of Motivation indicating why they are applying for the Internship position, how they meet the […]

STAR-Ghana Foundation seeks a consultant to undertake a baseline study for the phase II of the Building Resilience Against Violent Extremism (BRAVE) project. This study will provide a benchmark of all project indicators at the outset against which targets will be set and subsequent progress and changes will be measured. Here is a document detailing […]

Introduction In 2024, Ghana enacted its Affirmative Action Act (Gender Equality) to promote gender equality across its political, social and economic spheres. This groundbreaking legislation addresses historical imbalances that have disadvantaged women in public life and decision-making. The December 7, 2024, general elections marked a historic transition in Ghana’s leadership, including the election of the […]

With the 2024 elections just weeks away, a strategic workshop was organized in Koforidua to empower youth peace ambassadors with skills to foster peace and security during and after the electoral process. Aimed at training young leaders from STAR-Ghana Foundation’s KofKro project partners and other youth in the New Juaben South municipality, this workshop underscored […]

The youth of Koforidua gathered for the 2nd Annual Town Hall Meeting, held under the Botnar Foundation-funded KofKro Project. KofKro is under the Action for Youth Development (AfYD) project. This year’s theme, “Promoting Civic Engagement: The Role of Youth in Development,” served as a powerful reminder of the importance of youth participation in shaping the […]

The Youth of Koforidua are taking bold steps toward shaping a future driven by their vision as young leaders. In the vibrant Eastern Regional capital, within the New Juaben South Municipality (NJSM), youth empowerment is increasingly critical to development efforts. Following extensive consultations by STAR-Ghana Foundation and its partners under the KofKro initiative, it became […]

Dear Partner, We invite you to explore our latest publication, “Enhancing Social Protection in Ghana”. This Policy Brief highlights the challenges faced by marginalized, excluded, and disadvantaged groups in accessing social protection services. Click   pdfSTAR Ghana Foundation Policy Document on Enhancing Social Protection in Ghana pdf (3.59 MB)   to dive deeper into the document.

As the 2024 general elections approach, calls for accountable leadership grow louder across Ghana. In response, STAR-Ghana Foundation, with support from Fondation Botnar, is empowering the youth to take action through its KofKro Project. This week, youth leaders from New Juaben South Municipality participated in a three-day Advocacy and Mobilization Skills Training workshop. The workshop […]

In a significant step towards fostering stronger partnerships, STAR-Ghana Foundation, under its KofKro Project, convened a meeting with assembly members and key stakeholders in the New Juaben South Municipality. The gathering aimed to enlighten assembly members about  the project’s objectives and solidify the working relationship between local authorities and the project’s implementing partners: Bibiaa Beye […]

As Ghana approaches its pivotal 2024 elections, the nation is increasingly focused on ensuring inclusive and accountable governance. In line with this commitment, STAR-Ghana Foundation has launched the Inclusive Elections & Accountable Governance Project. This initiative focuses on working with downstream partners to collaborate and implement interventions by creating spaces for disadvantaged, vulnerable and marginalized […]