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Guinness Ghana holds discussion on positive portrayal of women
Guinness Ghana Breweries PLC (GGBPLC) has held an expert panel discussion on women representation in the media, advertising and entertainment industry that sought to drive advocacy on the progressive portrayal of women.
The maiden discussion forms part of the progressive portrayal initiative by Guinness Ghana aimed at working with its key partners to be a driving force in its effort to accelerate and transform the advertising industry to be more representative, progressive and equal.
Prominent leaders and industry experts in the media, advertising and entertainment industry were brought together to reflect and spark conversations in the country that would avoid negative stereotypes and seek to depict positive and progressive portrayal of women.
The one-hour-30-minutes session themed: ‘Progressive Portrayal of Women in the Media, Advertising and Entertainment Industry’ attracted over 500 participants virtually.
Panellists discussed topics ranging from personal and professional experiences, weak representation of women among others, and made recommendations to shift the way women are portrayed.
The discussion featured Mesdame Suzanne Butah, Legal Director of Guinness Ghana, Akua Owusu-Nartey, Regional MD Ogilvy Africa, Kinorah Awini, CEO of Telande World, Lydia Forson, Award winning actress and Russel Eni, MD and Creative Director, Insel Communications. It was moderated by Nana Aba Anamoah, General Manager of GHone TV.
Ms. Suzanne Butah, Legal Director of Guinness Ghana was excited about the initiative. She said, the company in its bid to “promote inclusive environments and shape market leading policies,” would continue to lead such conversations.
“The [discussions] will hopefully encourage creation of work that is truly progressive in its depiction and portrayal of women in these identified industries. This goes a long way to deepen our commitment to ensuring inclusion and diversity which is our core mandate at Guinness Ghana.
“I believe this is a great opportunity for advertisers, media owners and entertainment players to come together as an industry and make a difference for the greater good,” she added.
The session ended with optimism that Ghanaians would lend their voices to help portray women in a progressive and positive manner.
By Spectator Reporter
The 24 Hour Economy Authority has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Hunan Architectural Design Institute Group to support the planning of the Volta Economic Corridor.
The agreement aims to guide how land within the corridor will be used, design key infrastructure, and develop systems that will support large scale production.
The partnership will focus on detailed planning to make the area ready for investment and smooth business operations.
The project will include the development of agroecological parks, industrial zones, and transport networks to connect production centres to markets.
According to the Authority, proper planning is critical to building strong economic systems and expanding production across the corridor.
It noted that the collaboration with the Chinese design firm will help lay a solid foundation for industrial growth and long term development within the Volta Economic Corridor.
By: Jacob Aggrey
President of the Ghana Bar Association, Efua Ghartey, has called on judges and lawyers to carry out their duties with humility, fairness, and a strong sense of responsibility.
She made the appeal during the Supreme Court at 150 celebration held at the University of Ghana, under the theme “Honouring the past, celebrating the present and defining the future.”
Addressing participants, she noted that those in the legal profession occupy positions of great power and influence, and must therefore remain humble in the discharge of their duties.
She urged both the bench and the bar to deliver justice without fear or ill will, stressing the need for fairness in handling cases.
Reflecting on the significance of the celebration, she explained that the year 1876 marks not only the establishment of the Supreme Court but also the beginning of formally trained lawyers in the Gold Coast.
The GBA President questioned what Ghana would be without the rule of law, which is upheld by judges and lawyers, adding that the country could descend into a system where only the strongest survive if justice is not properly administered.
She further encouraged legal practitioners to reflect on their responsibilities and remain committed to upholding the rule of law for the benefit of all citizens.
By: Jacob Aggrey
