Courtesy Visit by University of Pennsylvania Law Students

March 12, 2026

Law students from the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School paid a courtesy call on the President of FIDA-Ghana, Gloria Ofori-Boadu, and the Acting Executive Director, Susan Aryeetey, as part of their learning visit to human rights institutions in Ghana.

The students who study International Human Rights Law—Loren Grundelly, Isabel Geddes, Alexander, and Kari Siegenthaler— were accompanied by Lawyer Georgina Gyan-Kontoh during the visit.

The meeting created an opportunity for the students to gain deeper insight into the work of FIDA-Ghana in promoting and protecting the rights of women and vulnerable groups. Discussions centered on issues of human rights violations, domestic violence, law reform advocacy, and access to justice.

During the interaction, FIDA – Ghana discussed her submissions on Human Rights reforms to Ghana’s Constitution Review Committee in June 2025. FIDA-Ghana also highlighted its approach to addressing legal gaps through research, advocacy, and community outreach, as well as its work with persons with disabilities and women living with HIV/AIDS. The students also learned about FIDA’s engagement with local communities, including outreach programs in markets aimed at educating the public about their legal rights and available support systems.

The visit also touched on the importance of psychosocial support and counseling for survivors of abuse, while acknowledging the challenges organizations face in sustaining such services due to funding constraints.

The engagement was insightful and provided the students with a practical understanding of how legal advocacy and human rights work are carried out in Ghana.