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[QUOTE="Munyaradzi Mafaro, post: 42335, member: 636"]
Ghana's Gender Ministry started three days of training with European Union partners at Accra workshops. Officials want better reporting on women's roles during peace talks across West Africa. The program teaches government workers how to track progress under United Nations Security Council Resolution 1325. ECOWAS created simple monitoring tools that help countries measure female participation. African Union developed the original framework back during 2018.

Faustina Acheampong said accurate data helps Ghana meet regional reporting requirements. The gender department director stressed how women deserve equal voices during conflict resolution efforts. ECOWAS representative Olatunde Olayemi explained how violence affects females differently than males. German Embassy advisor Pauline Okkens promised continued support for peace programs. European Union delegate Daniel Messina praised regional cooperation on security issues.

Training builds upon similar workshops held across other ECOWAS member nations. Ghana wants to become a model country for implementing continental women's security frameworks. Government officials learn coordination methods that strengthen inter-agency cooperation. The workshop connects national action plans with broader African monitoring systems. Female participation creates stronger foundations for lasting peace agreements.
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