Ghana’s Ministry of Gender, Children, and Social Protection has held a four-day technical working session to develop the first draft of the National Social Protection Shock Responsive Strategy (NSPSRS). The session, which took place in Koforidua, Eastern Region, from February 4 to 7, 2025, aimed to create a comprehensive strategy to address vulnerabilities during economic crises, natural disasters, and health emergencies.
The meeting brought together stakeholders to review and discuss the progress made on the zero draft, integrate gender and disability perspectives, refine the contextual analysis, and develop a comprehensive risk profile for Ghana. The session also focused on creating a template, format, and content for the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the NSPSRS.
Dr. Afisah Zakariah, Chief Director of the Ministry, expressed gratitude to stakeholders for their participation and emphasized the importance of incorporating their inputs to ensure the draft document is ready for submission to the Minister on time. Madam Francisca Abena Atuluk, Director of the Social Protection Directorate, underscored the urgency of developing a robust strategy to address shocks that impact vulnerable populations, including persons with disabilities and marginalized groups.
The meeting concluded with a commitment from stakeholders to continue supporting the development and operationalization of the NSPSRS. Presentations covered key areas such as the strategy’s vision, integration of gender, disability, and inclusivity, governance arrangements, social accountability, and case management.
Ruth Abla ADJORLOLO
