Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang Meets Women in Engineering Ghana, Calls for Inclusive Development and Stronger Mentorship

Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has reaffirmed the critical role women play in Ghana’s national development, urging greater inclusion, bold participation, and strategic thinking across all sectors.

The Vice President made these remarks during a meeting with Women in Engineering Ghana at her office, describing the association as an inspiring group that continues to demonstrate how women are actively shaping the country’s development agenda through innovation, leadership, and service.

She commended the group for their dedication and encouraged members to take time to reflect, strategize, and rethink conventional approaches to problem-solving. According to her, sustainable national development requires a shift in how challenges are conceptualized, stressing that progress must be inclusive to be truly effective.

Vice President Opoku-Agyemang particularly praised the association’s strong mentorship initiatives, noting that they are playing a vital role in guiding and supporting the next generation of professionals. She cautioned against the early compartmentalization of children into narrow academic disciplines, advocating instead for a solid foundation through liberal education. Such an approach, she said, equips young people with critical thinking skills and adaptability needed to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

Highlighting gender equity, the Vice President emphasized the importance of women making their voices heard, especially during policy formulation at all levels. She stressed that fear should never be a barrier to participation or leadership, adding that women’s perspectives are essential and must help shape decisions that impact both their lives and the nation.

Discussions during the meeting also touched on education and language. The Vice President underscored the importance of teaching children in local languages, explaining that it enhances understanding by linking learning to the child’s immediate environment. This, she noted, improves comprehension and builds confidence from an early age.

The meeting reinforced government’s commitment to inclusive development, gender equality, and education reforms that empower future generations to contribute meaningfully to Ghana’s progress.