By: Ishmael Barfi
Accra, Ghana – The International Federation of Women Lawyers (FIDA) Ghana marked its 40th anniversary on Wednesday 10th December 2025, honouring four decades of legal advocacy, litigation, education and community outreach aimed at protecting women and children across the nation.
Speaking at the ceremony in Accra, FIDA Ghana President Gloria Ofori‑Boadu traced the organization’s journey from a modest group of pioneering women lawyers in 1985 to a formidable national force shaping legal and social reforms.
She said the group’s work now spans advocacy, litigation, legal education, community outreach and policy engagement, and that emerging challenges such as cyber‑violence, online exploitation and economic vulnerabilities require fresh, innovative strategies.
Ofori‑Boadu outlined the organization’s priorities for the coming years. She emphasized expanding the reach of legal aid through digital platforms, mentoring young women lawyers to build a pipeline of female legal leaders, and strengthening advocacy to contribute more forcefully to national and continental debates on women’s rights.
The president expressed gratitude to long‑standing partners, including the Ghana Bar Association, UNFPA and UNICEF, whose support continues to bolster FIDA Ghana’s mission. She reiterated the organization’s vision of a country where legal aid is accessible to all and every woman feels protected by both law and society.
Guest of honour and former Attorney‑General Betty Mould‑Iddrisu commended FIDA Ghana for its sustained commitment to justice and expanding access to legal support.
She described the anniversary as both a celebration of past achievements and a call to intensify efforts in empowering communities through legal education and advocacy.
Mould‑Iddrisu recalled the organization’s humble beginnings, founded by a small team of determined women lawyers dedicated to fighting gender inequality and challenging discriminatory laws.
Over the years, she noted, their advocacy has shaped Ghana’s legal landscape, including reforms that protect women’s rights in intestacy and family law.
FIDA Ghana’s 40‑year milestone underscores the enduring impact of dedicated women lawyers who have propelled the organization forward, advancing the rights of women and children nationwide.
Source: www.thenewindependentonline.com
