<p><strong>In a pivotal move for Ghana’s non-profit sector, Dr. Joseph Kobla Wemakor, the Executive Director of Human Rights Reporters Ghana (HRRG), has been appointed to a newly formed Technical Advocacy Working Group.</strong></p>
<p>This group is tasked with spearheading the passage of the Non-Profit Organization (NPO) draft Bill, a significant legislative effort aimed at enhancing the operational landscape for non-profits in the country.</p>
<p>The announcement came during the Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) Zonal Consultations held on February 27, 2025, at the GNAT Hall National Headquarters.</p>
<p>The group comprises an inclusive lineup of five members, featuring two men, two women, and a representative from the Persons Living with Disabilities (PLWDs) community, reflecting a commitment to diversity and inclusiveness.</p>
<p>The distinguished members of the Technical Advocacy Working Group include:</p>
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<p>&#8211; Isaac Boison, Coordinator of the Greater Accra Regional Youth Network (GARYN)</p>
<p>&#8211; Dr. Joseph Kobla Wemakor, Founder and Executive Director of Human Rights Reporters Ghana</p>
<p>&#8211; Hon. Afisa Otiko Djaba, Former Minister of Gender, Children and Social Protection</p>
<p>&#8211; Priscilla AKofa Agbenu, from the Centre for Women in Development and Public Policy</p>
<p>&#8211; Elvis Kosi Alipkui, representing Persons Living with Disabilities as a member of the Ghana Federation of Disability Organizations</p>
<p>The formation of this advocacy group builds on prior consultations held in Kumasi on February 18 and Tamale on February 25.</p>
<p>These gatherings brought together thousands of civil society representatives who engaged in meaningful dialogue to craft a comprehensive advocacy strategy for the NPO Bill.</p>
<p>A critical outcome of these discussions was the establishment of an Advocacy Committee designed to unify efforts and ensure that the NPO Bill not only regulates non-profits but also facilitates their growth and sustainability in Ghana.</p>
<p>With Dr. Wemakor leading this important initiative, the advocacy group is poised to make substantial strides in advancing the NPO Bill, ultimately transforming the non-profit sector and enhancing its contributions to the nation’s growth and future.</p>