The 31st December Women’s Movement (DWM) has once again captured public attention following the passing of its founder, Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, a towering figure in Ghana’s political and social history.
Founded in 1982, the DWM quickly rose to become one of Ghana’s most influential women-led organisations.
Its name commemorates the date of the 1981 coup that brought Nana Konadu’s husband, the late Jerry John Rawlings to power. But the movement was never just about politics, it was a bold and transformative force for social change.
At a time when gender equality was far from mainstream, the 31st December Women’s Movement set out to uplift Ghanaian women, especially those in rural communities.
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It gave them a voice, a platform, and the tools to transform their lives.
Through advocacy and action, the movement championed women’s rights, education, healthcare, and economic empowerment.
Thousands of women benefited from access to credit, vocational training, and community development initiatives.
The DWM helped women build businesses, improve their families’ well-being, and take on leadership roles in their communities.
Nana Konadu herself became a symbol of this ambition as she later founded the National Democratic Party and made history as the first woman to run for president in Ghana.
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A bold move that reflected her lifelong commitment to breaking barriers.
In 2025, the movement marked 43 years of unwavering dedication to women’s empowerment.
It celebrated decades of resilience, progress, and purpose, a legacy that continues to inspire generations of Ghanaian women.
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