As the world marks International Women's Day (IWD) on March 8, 2025, Dr.

Sylvia Anie, a distinguished Ghanaian scientist, has called on stakeholders to dismantle barriers preventing women from reaching their full potential and contributing to societal development.

Dr.

Anie, Co-Chair of the WHO Expert Panel on Sexual and Reproductive Health and Research, is a global trailblazer whose groundbreaking work has left an indelible mark on science and gender advocacy.