Empowerment

GROW Digital Skills Project

Aug 2024–Present

Ghana National

Program Manager

National digital upskilling program for women through Women's Haven Africa / MEST Africa partnership.

Project Overview

The GROW Digital Skills Project is a transformative national initiative designed to bridge the digital divide for women across Ghana. Through strategic partnerships with Women's Haven Africa and MEST Africa, we've created a comprehensive digital literacy program that not only teaches technical skills but also provides pathways to economic empowerment through remote work opportunities.

Project Process

•Designed user journeys from enrollment to job placement.
•Co-created curricula with trainers for practical, remote work skills
•Built M&E dashboard to track learning outcomes

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Challenges

Limited internet connectivity in rural areas
Cultural barriers to women's participation in tech
Lack of basic digital literacy among participants
Coordinating training across multiple regions

Solutions

Established mobile training units for rural outreach
Engaged community leaders and families in awareness campaigns
Developed foundational digital literacy modules
Implemented hub-and-spoke training model

Key Outcomes

Program model replicated in 3 other African countries

Recognition from UN Women for innovation in women's empowerment

Secured $500,000 funding for Phase 2 expansion

Created sustainable income streams for 108 women

Impact & Results

Trained 120 women; 90% secured jobs or freelance roles within 90 days
Coordinated trainers, recruitment teams, and M&E staff
Represented the program at stakeholder and partner events
Achieved exceptional employment outcomes through strategic design
Established 8 regional training centers across Ghana
Created partnerships with 25+ international employers
Generated $180,000+ in combined participant earnings
Developed culturally-sensitive training materials

Technologies & Approaches

Digital TransformationWomen's EmpowermentRemote Work

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