The Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, has disclosed that government will partner with Sunda International on its flagship initiative to distribute free sanitary pads to schoolgirls nationwide.
She said Sunda’s strong presence in the production of personal hygiene products makes it a valuable partner in driving this important social intervention.
The Minister disclosed this when she paid a working visit to the company’s facility at Weija, where she toured the production lines to acquire first-hand information on its operations.
She expressed satisfaction with the high standards of work and the deliberate efforts made to ensure women are well represented in leadership and decision-making positions.
“You have achieved a 50–50 balance between men and women in key roles, a practice that reflects the spirit and intent of the recently passed Affirmative Action (Gender Equity) Act, 2024” she added.
The minister commended Sunda International for creating thousands of employment opportunities, particularly for the youth.
“Such initiatives contribute significantly to reducing unemployment and supporting livelihoods across the country” she noted.
Dr Naa Momo added that Sunda International will soon be issued a Gender Equity Compliance Certificate, in recognition of its adherence to the requirements of the new law.
“this recognition places the company among the few in Ghana leading the way in translating gender equity from policy into practice” she emphasized.
The Minister encouraged other private sector players to emulate Sunda’s example by mainstreaming gender equity into their organisational structures, noting that compliance with the Affirmative Action Act would not only promote fairness and inclusivity but also attract incentives and national recognition.