Akwatialine Scrap Sellers Association, a crucial partner under the Actions for Voice, Influence and Inclusive Development (AVID) project, is making strides in enhancing the capacity of scrap dealers in Kumasi. The initiative focuses on the management of electronic waste (E-waste), while promoting entrepreneurial skills and the overall wellbeing of the dealers, particularly emphasizing the inclusion of Persons […]

Cashew Watch Ghana is making significant strides in transforming the cashew sub-sector in the Bono Region. As a partner under the STAR-Ghana Foundation’s Action for Voice, Influence, and Inclusive Development (AVID) project, Cashew Watch Ghana aims to enhance the capacity of cashew farmers for policy advocacy, enabling them to influence policy and promote transparency and accountability […]

The Suudu Baaba Foundation has made significant strides in promoting education within Fulbe communities, particularly for girls. Following their intervention, many Fulbe parents have started enrolling their children in schools, with a notable increase in the enrolment of girls. This effort is crucial as child marriage, although on the decline in Ghana over the past decade, remains a significant […]

A team from the Inter Party and Civil Society Relations Directorate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) visited STAR-Ghana Foundation in Accra on July 16, 2024. The team, led by Dr. Mary Awusi, explained that the visit marked the beginning of efforts to engage, collaborate, and improve communication between the party and civil society organizations […]

In the Banda area of the Bono region, the Women in Livelihood Development (WiLD) organisation has achieved remarkable success in advancing women’s leadership and economic empowerment. Through their dedicated interventions, WiLD has successfully supported the election of several women to local government positions, marking a significant step towards gender equality and inclusive governance in the […]

The Duapa Mothers’ Union, a key partner of the Actions for Voice, Influence, and Inclusive Development (AVID) project, has spearheaded significant initiatives to promote inclusivity and empower persons with disabilities (PWDs) at Kwame Danso in the Bono East region. These efforts are part of a broader strategy to enhance the participation and representation of marginalized groups in local governance. […]

The Executive Director of STAR-Ghana Foundation, Ibrahim-Tanko Amidu, has underscored the significant role of civil society organizations (CSOs) in achieving justice and equity in society. He emphasized the importance of effective collaboration among CSOs to achieve their goals. Importance of unity, accountabilitySpeaking at the opening of a two-day Civil Society Forum in Accra, held on the 25th and 26th […]

STAR-Ghana Foundation has engaged stakeholders from two beneficiary communities as part of the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Community Livelihood Enhancement project. The meeting   discussed potential livelihood interventions for beneficiaries and the selection of a panel responsible for choosing those beneficiaries. The consultation brought together traditional leaders, district assembly officers, and leaders of women and […]

The quarterly Community of Practice meeting, hosted by the STAR-Ghana Foundation, was characterized by excitement and anticipation as participants gathered to discuss the progress and successes of the Giving for Change Project. Held in the vibrant city of Accra, the 2-day meeting brought together communities of practice organisations in local philanthropy across the country. As […]

STAR-Ghana Foundation with funding from the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Ghana is seeking competent suppliers/providers to deliver the underlisted interventions under its Community Livelihoods Empowerment Project: Kindly find below, uploaded documents in the link. This contains further details for your information.  documentINVITATION FOR TENDERS CONSTRUCTION OF SMALL SCALE COMMUNITY LIVELIHOOD PROJECTS (30 KB) All Tenders […]

On Friday May 17, 2024, we concluded a remarkable second team partner visit by Comic Relief and British Airways to STAR-Ghana Foundation Catalyst Fund Partner, CELDAR Foundation. The visit included a trip to one of CELDAR’s project communities, Anum, in the Asuogyaman District of the Eastern region. During the visit, we heard inspiring stories from […]

35 CSOs, including STAR-Ghana Foundation present Local Philanthropy proposals to NDC 2024 Manifesto Committee Somewhere in Accra, STAR-Ghana Foundation, and representatives from various Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) gathered to meet with the National Democratic Congress (NDC) manifesto committee ahead of the 2024 elections. With anticipation, the CSOs, led by the Foundation prepared to make a case for the […]

The visit by Comic Relief and British Airways to Naabans Foundation’s project community, Obaodaka, on May 15, 2024, was a significant opportunity for both parties to witness firsthand the impact of their support under the Civil Society Strengthening Programme Shifting Power (CSSP-#StP). British Airways has been an ardent fund raiser for comic relief. As such it was a great learning for […]

STAR-Ghana Foundation under the Action for Voice and Inclusive Development (AVID) project is making strides in influencing reforms that secure the rights of persons with disabilities. AVID is an initiative funded by the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation and aims to create an inclusive society where everyone’s voice is heard and valued. With a focus on building […]

Parliament’s Select Committee on Education has pledged to engage the Ministry of Education to convene a national conversation on education delivery as one of the ways of enhancing space for citizen-state dialogues on issues of importance to citizens. This follows a strategic dialogue held between CSOs and the Education Committee of Parliament. The meeting, convened […]

Since last year, STAR-Ghana Foundation and the West Africa Civil Society Institute (WACSI) have been implementing an eight-year Civil Society Strengthening Programme – Shifting the Power (CSSP – #StP) which seeks to enhance the effectiveness, responsiveness, and resilience of Civil Society Actors (CSAs). With funding from Comic Relief and the Foreign Commonwealth Development Office (FCDO), there are three main […]

STAR-Ghana Foundation wishes to inform you that due to unforeseen circumstances the selection process for the Volunteerism Call has taken longer than anticipated. The new start date for the project has been moved to March. Selection is ongoing and successful applicants will be notified by end of February. Kindly note that, due to the large […]

On the back of growing threats of violent extremism and its implications for Ghana, STAR-Ghana Foundation is implementing the Building Resilience Against Violent Extremism (BRAVE) project in selected border communities in northern Ghana aimed at reducing vulnerabilities of targeted populations to radicalization and recruitment by violent extremist organizations. To guide the project implementation, we are currently seeking […]

In March 2022, STAR-Ghana Foundation hosted the maiden edition of the national forum on Civil Society Sustainability in Ghana under the theme: “reflections on the conceptual and developmental issues of CSOs in Ghana and the sustainability challenge” – to create space for civil society actors to consolidate ideas on how to sustain the sector. The convening was […]

STAR-Ghana Foundation is excited to announce our poetry contest focused on the critical theme of “Climate Change”. This is in collaboration with Comic Relief, Tilitonse Foundation (Malawi), Zambian Governance Foundation and the West Africa Civil Society Institute.   Kindly find the details through this link: – https://www.comicrelief.com/project-dreamworld/  pdfHow to write your poem guide Final (491 KB)  pdfClimate Dreamworld […]

STAR-Ghana Foundation is on the lookout for a talented poetry contest consultant to join our team and help bring the magic of words to life! Kindly find details through this link –    documentToR for consultant (74 KB) Please submit your response to info@star-ghana.org The deadline for submission is January 9, 2024.

STAR-Ghana Foundation is seeking to recruit a consultant to undertake a mapping exercise on peace and security initiatives and actions being implemented across the five (5) regions of northern Ghana to support the Regional Coordinating Councils and other actors to coordinate effectively. Here is a document detailing scope of work, deliverables, and qualification among other […]

Due Diligence on prospective Grant Partners STAR-Ghana Foundation Civil Society Strengthening Fund/#Shift the Power (CSSF/#StP) Dear Partner, STAR-Ghana Foundation (SGF) is seeking to recruit Consultants to assist the Secretariat in conducting organisational assessment (Knowing your Partner) of prospective partners for the recently advertised Civil Society Strengthening Fund Call. This invitation is open to individual consultants only. Below […]

STAR-Ghana Foundation (SGF) is seeking a consultant to undertake research and lead consultations to develop a manual as a practical guide for the integration of Fulbe into host communities in Ghana. This assignment involves leading various processes resulting in the development of a manual for Fulbe integration into host communities in Ghana. The attached link […]

STAR-Ghana Foundation (SGF) invites concept notes from Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) interested in developing and implementing innovative models of community-based volunteerism. Selected organisations will be supported with small grants and technical assistance to pilot initiatives that will provide opportunities for community members, particularly young people, to participate in community development processes and to develop skills and experiences […]

Dear Partner, Kindly be informed that the advertised call for partnership on the Civil Society Strengthening Fund(CSSP/#StP) has closed. STAR-Ghana Foundation will in the coming days reach out to qualified applicants to move forward with the process. Aimed at advancing gender justice, equitable quality public services, climate change and livelihoods as well as enabling peace and security, the Call […]

If you ever wanted to understand the expression “shift the power” and ‘red nose day” the place to be was the Shift the Power (#StP) learning and convening event in Accra, from 9th-12th October, where a search for the definition of #StP and ‘Red Nose Day’ unpacked the phrases. A rare fundraising strategy to find, ‘Red Nose […]

STAR-Ghana Foundation has held a learning session on safeguarding for twenty (20) catalyst fund partners under the Civil Society Strengthening Programme Shift The Power (CSSP-#StP). The two-day session, from Wednesday, 4th October to Thursday, 5th October 2023 took place at Aburi, in the Akuapem South District of the Eastern Region and comprised presentations, group work and […]