Based in Tema, Ghana, the Action on Africa Woman Foundation Ghana has focused on advancing gender equality, capacity building, and socio-economic development since at least 2006. The foundation’s presence at this international gathering underscores the growing recognition that global trade resilience begins with local economic empowerment. By equipping women, youth, and rural communities with marketable skills, the organisation helps establish robust local supply chains that are capable of engaging with broader international markets.

During the three-day programme across London, the foundation aims to expand its network of international academic and economic partnerships. Building on successful cross-border collaborations, such as its ongoing alliance with Acharya University in India, the organisation seeks to secure new educational and technical pathways for Ghanaian youth. These global linkages are designed to foster talent development, facilitate knowledge transfer, and open up new export pathways for local enterprises.

The foundation’s work directly intersects with modern trade priorities, particularly in the areas of agricultural investment and green technology adoption. By promoting the transition of traditional bread-baking enterprises to clean energy alternatives, including solar power and liquefied petroleum gas, the foundation is helping local industries meet modern environmental standards. This work, combined with the legacy of initiatives like the CAP-500 Project—which trained rural women entrepreneurs in Ghana's Central Region—demonstrates how targeted local interventions can scale up to meet global trade demands.

"Sustainable global trade cannot exist in a vacuum; it requires a strong, inclusive foundation at the community level. By transitioning local female-led enterprises to green energy technologies and providing robust vocational training, we are preparing Ghanaian communities to participate meaningfully in the modern economy."

"Our participation in this forum allows us to present a proven model of grassroots development to international policymakers and trade specialists. We intend to establish partnerships that will further bridge the gap between rural economic potential in Ghana and global market opportunities."

The operational coordination led by Mr Mordo ensures that the foundation's strategic goals are translated into actionable international commitments. As a signatory to the United Nations Global Compact, the foundation remains committed to aligning its local development projects with global standards of corporate responsibility and transparent trade practices.

About Action on Africa Woman Foundation Ghana
Action on Africa Woman Foundation Ghana, also known as Action on African Women Foundation Ghana, is a community-driven non-governmental organisation based in Tema, Ghana. Since 2006, it has focused on gender equality, capacity building, and socio-economic development. By promoting green energy, agricultural investment, and academic collaborations, the foundation creates pathways for employment and economic self-sufficiency across Ghana's Central and Greater Accra Regions.

About the International Trade Council Global Convocation & Leadership Forum
The International Trade Council Global Convocation & Leadership Forum is a premier three-day event taking place across various venues in London, United Kingdom. The forum brings together senior business leaders, trade officials, and policymakers from around the world to discuss and advance critical issues in international trade. Key areas of focus for the event include market access, supply chain resilience, and sustainable export growth.

About the International Trade Council
Established in 1956, the International Trade Council is an independent, neutral, and non-lobbying peak-body chamber of commerce that supports international trade and foreign direct investment. With a global network spanning more than 179 countries and over 28,000 members, it serves businesses, governments, trade agencies, and diplomatic missions. The Council aims to reduce trade barriers, encourage investment, and foster sustainable growth. It also champions transparent trade through the ITC Academy and market research.

About the International Centre for Trade Transparency and Monitoring
The International Centre for Trade Transparency and Monitoring (ICTTM) is a commercial spin-off of the International Trade Council, registered in the United Kingdom as the International Centre for Trade Transparency Limited. Founded in November 2022, ICTTM operates offices in the United Kingdom and the Philippines to increase transparency in global commerce. It developed ADAMftd, an AI-powered trade intelligence platform that processes billions of trade data points—including customs records, tariffs, and compliance data—to help organisations model supply chains, assess risks, and forecast market trends.

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Action on Africa Woman Foundation Ghana.
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