The Accra Technical University (ATU) Chapter of the Women in Technical Education and Development (WiTED), in partnership with the I Believe Global Foundation, has extended support to the Nsawam Female Prison through a donation of toiletries, stationery, and essential provisions valued at GH₵8,000. The gesture forms part of the chapter’s ongoing commitment to giving back to society and supporting marginalised groups, especially women in vulnerable circumstances.
Presenting the items, the President of the ATU WiTED Chapter, Eng. Dr. Mrs. Sarah Fanny Hackman Duncan emphasised that the initiative aligns with WiTED’s mandate to promote the welfare and empowerment of women. “Our goal is to ensure that no woman is left behind, regardless of her circumstances. Supporting these inmates is part of our responsibility to uplift and give hope to every woman in society,” she stated.
She was accompanied by key executives of the WiTED Chapter, including Dr. Barbara Gyebi, Vice President; Prof. Emilia Ohene Afriyie, Organising Secretary; and Mrs. Jemima Nartey, Member. Together, they reaffirmed their continued commitment to advancing women’s empowerment and supporting initiatives that uplift women in vulnerable situations.
During the visit, the team engaged with several inmates to better understand their daily experiences, challenges, and needs. These interactions, they explained, will help guide future outreach efforts to ensure that upcoming donations or interventions directly address the most pressing concerns. The inmates expressed appreciation for the opportunity to share their stories and concerns.
Receiving the items on behalf of the facility, Deputy Director of Prisons (DDP) Victoria Adzewodah conveyed profound gratitude to ATU WiTED and the I Believe Global Foundation for their thoughtful gesture. She noted that such donations significantly enhance inmate welfare, given the resource constraints the prison often encounters. She commended the team for demonstrating compassion and a strong sense of social responsibility.
The donated items included two bags of gari, cartons of sanitary pads, one hundred pairs of bathroom slippers, assorted stationery, and bags of sachet water, among others.
According to prison authorities, these provisions will help improve hygiene conditions, support daily living, and enhance inmates’ participation in educational and personal development activities within the facility. They stressed the importance of such support in promoting a more dignified and supportive environment for the women.