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Civil Society Strengthening Facility (CSF)

PDA provided the Team Leader for this pilot project aimed at increasing civil society involvement in forestry policy decisions. Working with FRR in the UK, PDA assumed in-country management responsibility for CSF, supporting a Fund Administrator who hosted the CSF Coordinator. The facility targeted grassroots organisations within three Forest Districts in Ghana—Kade, Sunyani, and Asankragua—to mobilise marginalised groups through capacity building in advocacy, negotiation, communication, and lobbying skills. Additionally, the project focused on enhancing accountability and transparency within the forest sector across government, industry, and civil society.

RAVI Annual Learning Festivals

Our ProjectBy Liyonzy July 14, 2006

PDA served as the lead facilitator for RAVI’s Annual Learning Festivals, events that gathered over 200 participants from civil society and government organizations in Ghana. These festivals provided a dynamic forum for learning, sharing best practices, and fostering partnerships to enhance advocacy and civic engagement.

Strategic Planning Facilitation for West and Central Africa Teams

Our ProjectBy Liyonzy May 14, 2006

PDA facilitated the strategic planning process for Right to Play’s West and Central Africa teams, spanning seven countries. The process aimed to build a shared vision and operational roadmap for regional activities, aligning diverse teams on strategic priorities and future actions.

Introductory Workshop on Rights-Based Approaches for Grant Partners

Our ProjectBy Liyonzy July 14, 2005

PDA facilitated a 5-day introductory workshop designed for newly selected RAVI grant partners. The workshop focused on rights-based approaches, power dynamics, and strategies for effective citizen government engagement, aiming to equip partners with the tools needed for impactful advocacy.

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Workshop on the Use of Evidence to Influence Policy

Our ProjectBy Liyonzy March 9, 2005

PDA coordinated a regional workshop and national seminar that brought together civil society participants from Ghana and Nigeria. The event introduced the ODI ‘Civil Society Partnership Programme’ and explored how evidence can be used to influence policy, highlighting best practices and challenges in evidence-based advocacy.

Strategic Plan Review Workshop

Our ProjectBy Liyonzy November 16, 2004

PDA facilitated a three-day workshop with RUMNET staff and key stakeholders at regional and community levels to review and refine an existing strategic plan. The session was designed to ensure that the plan remained responsive to current challenges and opportunities.

Inception Studies for RAVI

Our ProjectBy Liyonzy November 8, 2004

PDA undertook two inception studies for the DFID-funded RAVI (Rights and Voice Initiative) during its early phase. One study resulted in a comprehensive directory of existing funding opportunities for civil society in Ghana, while the other investigated various citizen–government engagement activities taking place in the country.

Proposal and Report Writing Workshop

Our ProjectBy Liyonzy September 16, 2004

PDA facilitated a 3-day workshop focused on proposal and report writing for 20 regional representatives of the GNECC. The workshop was designed to build the capacity of participants to effectively articulate and document project ideas and outcomes.

Workshop on Constructive Organisational Relationships

Our ProjectBy Liyonzy September 6, 2004

PDA facilitated a workshop for the CARE ANR Programme focused on building constructive and sustainable organisational relationships. The session explored strategies for developing, managing, and monitoring mutually beneficial partnerships.

Facilitation Skills Development for Community Radio Stations

Our ProjectBy Liyonzy August 15, 2004

PDA worked with two community radio stations—members of the Ghana Community Radio Network—to develop their facilitation skills. The initiative was aimed at empowering these stations to better engage communities in natural resource management dialogues.