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Assessment of Protection Risks and Livelihood Options

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PDA was contracted by the UNHCR Ghana Office to undertake a comprehensive assessment in Krisan Camp. The study aimed to profile the socio-economic conditions of refugees, assess the protection risks they face, and evaluate livelihood options that minimize these risks. Using both quantitative and qualitative methodologies, the research provided nuanced insights into how refugees acquire livelihood assets and the risks associated with pursuing normal livelihood options.

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The iMPACT Project

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The iMPACT Project, funded by Mars Incorporated as part of the Mars Partnership for African Cocoa Communities of Tomorrow, targeted rural cocoa-dependent communities in Ghana. Piloted in 18 communities across two districts—Wasa Amenfi West (Asankrangwa) and Assin North (Assin Fosu)—the project aimed to demonstrate that an integrated approach combining agriculture, environment, education, and health can transform community incomes and welfare. By enhancing the capacity of cocoa farming communities to identify and improve their social, economic, and environmental conditions, the project sought to make cocoa farming a profitable, socially rewarding, and environmentally sustainable livelihood, while also positioning it as an attractive occupation for future generations.

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Promoting Children’s Rights in Informal Gold Mining Communities, Ghana

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This project was part of an 18-month initiative aimed at protecting children from sexual exploitation and abuse in informal gold mining communities. It was implemented in 10 communities across three districts in the Ashanti Region: Obuasi Municipality, Adansi North, and Amansie Central. The project sought to engage community members in actively reducing child exploitation by leveraging local culture, education, and research.

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Ghana Baseline – GIRAF Project

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This study aimed to establish a baseline on the current status of forest forums in Ghana and to assess the capacity of Forestwatch Ghana members in engaging with forest policy, advocacy, and facilitation of forest forums. The research provided essential insights into the operational strengths and capacity gaps among stakeholders, forming a basis for future interventions and policy reforms.

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The MWANANCHI Ghana Project

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The MWANANCHI Ghana Project is part of ODI’s five-year action-research initiative implemented across seven African countries. In Ghana, the project aimed to enhance the capacity of civil society, media, and elected representatives to access, interpret, and utilize information and communication resources effectively to shape government policy. By linking voice and accountability, the project empowered citizens to transform institutions toward greater transparency and responsiveness. Key to its strategy was the recognition that media, civil society, elected representatives, and traditional rulers are essential interlocutors in citizen-state relations. The project promoted improved use of evidence in policymaking and focused on representative engagement, policy processes, and accountability, leveraging ICT to create sustainable dialogue platforms.

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GCRN Community Radio Project

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The project aimed to double the number of community radio stations across Ghana, thereby empowering marginalized communities by giving them a platform to express their views. PDA partnered with GCRN to establish 10 community radio stations across 10 districts in the Ashanti and Western Regions, with a notable focus on 5 stations in the oil and gas districts in the Western Region.

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Northern Region Small Towns Water and Sanitation Project (NORST-Ghana)

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The NORST-Ghana project was designed to increase access to potable water and improved sanitation services in up to 30 small towns in Ghana’s Northern Region. By designing, installing, and providing capacity building for water supply systems and sanitation facilities, the project aimed to significantly enhance public health and quality of life. PDA supported the initiative by providing specialized expertise in conflict mitigation and gender-based social inclusion.

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Community Driven Initiatives for Food Security (CIFS)

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CIFS was a 6-year bilateral programme designed to enhance food security in northern Ghana through sustainable, community-driven initiatives. Funded by CIDA and implemented by the Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development, the project operated in 10 districts. It emphasized capacity building and cross-district learning, demonstrating that integrating community-led initiatives into existing district planning frameworks can yield lasting improvements in food security.