About IGED-Africa
Advancing Gender Equality, Human Rights, and Inclusive Development Across Africa The Initiative for Gender Equality
The Initiative for Gender Equality and Development in Africa (IGED-Africa) partners with governments, civil society, development organizations, researchers, and communities to advance gender equality, protect human rights, and strengthen the leadership and participation of women and girls across Africa.
IGED-Africa was established in 2011 by three young Ghanaian women who had a strong conviction that the key to attaining democracy and development lies in promoting gender equality and human rights.
Executive Director
For more than a decade, IGED-Africa has worked alongside governments, civil society organizations, development partners, academic institutions, and local communities to advance gender equality and inclusive development.
Our work combines evidence-based research, policy advocacy, capacity strengthening, and strategic partnerships to address systemic inequalities while creating opportunities for women, girls, and marginalized communities to thrive.
The Initiative for Gender Equality and Development in Africa (IGED-Africa) is a pan-African nonprofit organization advancing gender equality, democratic governance, youth leadership, and inclusive development through research, advocacy, capacity building, and strategic partnerships.
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