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Equity Net Ghana, an organization committed to advancing minority rights, inclusion, and safety, observes with deep concern the emerging convergence of anti-LGBTQ legislative initiatives in West Africa. The proposed Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill in Ghana and recent amendments strengthening criminal penalties related to same-sex relations in Senegal reveal striking similarities in both scope and intent. In both.. Read more

In today’s interconnected world, digital access is no longer optional, it is essential. For many marginalized communities in Ghana, particularly LGBTQ+ persons, persons with disabilities, and human rights defenders, the internet is more than a communication tool. It is a space for connection, education, advocacy, and at times, survival. Yet alongside its opportunities, the digital space also presents serious vulnerabilities… Read more

As digital spaces become central to communication, work, and advocacy, cybersecurity is increasingly tied to personal safety, especially for marginalized communities in Ghana. Equity Net Ghana recently organized a cybersecurity workshop to equip participants with practical tools to better protect themselves online. The session focused on real-life digital risks, including hacking, phishing, blackmail, and mobile money fraud, all of which.. Read more

Ghana is once again at the center of a deeply concerning national debate over the rights and freedoms of its LGBTQ+ citizens and marginalized communities. Parliament has moved to reintroduce the Promotion of Proper Human Sexual Rights and Ghanaian Family Values Bill, widely referred to as the anti-LGBTQ+ bill, after it previously passed the house in February 2024 but lapsed.. Read more