Gender Ministry, OR Foundation explore partnership to support kayayei and vulnerable women

The Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Dr Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, has held a courtesy meeting with the Executive Director and Co-Founder of the OR Foundation, Liz Ricketts, to explore areas of collaboration aimed at improving the welfare of vulnerable women, particularly kayayei (head porters).

A beneficiary of the programme also shared her experience, explaining how financial hardship forced her into head-carrying after relocating to Accra and how the Foundation’s support helped her acquire new skills and rebuild her future.

During the meeting, Ms Ricketts outlined the Foundation’s work in Accra’s Kantamanto Market, highlighting interventions focused on environmental justice, community development and economic empowerment.