CAMFED Executive Director Safian Empowers 791 Tertiary Scholars to Challenge Stereotypes and Lead

Fairuza Abdul-Rahman Safian, the Executive Director of CAMFED Ghana, has challenged 791 young women to reject societal stereotypes and aggressively pursue their professional ambitions. Speaking at the 2026 Tertiary Convening orientation held at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Safian addressed the latest cohort of the CAMFED Tertiary Scholarship Programme. The initiative, which provides comprehensive support for tuition and academic-related expenses, is designed to empower marginalized young women to navigate the complexities of higher education and transition successfully into leadership roles.

During her address, Safian emphasized that academic excellence must be complemented by a diverse set of practical skills to meet contemporary global demands. She urged the beneficiaries to look beyond their textbooks and cultivate expertise in digital literacy, leadership, and entrepreneurship. Furthermore, Safian highlighted the critical importance of mentorship and networking, encouraging the students to not only seek guidance but also to act as bridges for other marginalized girls following in their footsteps. She reminded the cohort that their personal character and integrity would play a pivotal role in their ultimate success and their ability to influence their communities.

Contributing to the discourse, Charity Maame Ekua Adupong, CEO of Meannan Foods, reinforced the necessity of strategic technology use for personal and national growth. She urged the young women to leverage digital tools for self-improvement and professional advancement while calling for sustained governmental support for youth development programs. By combining financial aid with soft-skills training and mentorship, CAMFED Ghana aims to create a sustainable pipeline of female leaders ready to contribute to the nation's socioeconomic development. The orientation serves as a foundation for these students to begin their tertiary journey with a clear vision of their potential as change-makers.