Who we are

The International Association of Women Judges (IAWJ) Ghana Chapter was created in 2010 as part of the global association of Women Judges from around the world. Our vision is increasing the number of women judges and promoting equal justice for women and girls throughout Ghana. Discrimination against women and girls persists in societies around the world—within discriminatory laws or in the biased application of laws. As such, judicial systems fall short of ensuring women’s equal access to justice. A vital remedy, embraced by the IAWJ, is to promote and empower women judges who can help uproot gender bias, end discriminatory laws, advance gender-responsive courts, and promote human rights for all.