Partner:
GTZ Legal Pluralism Project
Period:
September 2000 – August 2001
Country of Operation:
Ghana
Category:
Women’s Economic Empowerment
Project Snapshot:
This national study aimed to explore the challenges and opportunities for promoting women’s rights within Ghana’s pluralistic legal system. Using Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) methods, the study engaged communities, legal professionals, and advocacy groups to assess the effectiveness of existing legal frameworks in protecting women’s rights.
Project Objectives:
- Assess how Ghana’s pluralistic legal system impacts women’s rights.
- Identify barriers to justice for women in traditional and formal legal structures.
- Provide recommendations for improving legal protections and advocacy efforts.
PDA’s Task:
PDA led the national study, training a multidisciplinary team of lawyers, police officers, and women’s rights advocates to conduct field research. The organization also compiled the findings into a comprehensive final report.
How We Went About It:
- Training & Capacity Building: Equipped a team of legal professionals and activists with PRA research techniques.
- Community Engagement: Conducted fieldwork to gather insights from women, traditional leaders, and local authorities.
- Legal System Analysis: Examined the interactions between customary and formal legal frameworks.
- Final Report & Recommendations: Synthesized findings into a policy-oriented report for legal and advocacy stakeholders.