Accra: The Executive Women Network (EWN), a non-governmental organisation committed to promoting women's leadership, will commemorate its 10th anniversary with a conference and exhibition in Accra.
According to Ghana News Agency, the two-day event is scheduled for October 1 and 2, 2026, at the Palms Convention Centre. It will gather women leaders, business executives, entrepreneurs, professionals, policymakers, and various stakeholders from Ghana and across Africa. The event aims to provide a platform for discussions on leadership, career development, and meaningful impact under the theme: 'A Decade of Leadership, A Future Toward Holistic Impact'.
Madam Janet Sunkwa-Mills, Chairperson of the EWN Executive Committee, highlighted that the 10th anniversary is an opportunity to reflect on the Network's progress and honour women who have contributed to its growth. "EWN@10 is a moment to reflect on the kind of leadership we want to champion for the next decade. We believe women's leadership must create impact not only in organisations, but also in families, communities and society. This anniversary gives us an opportunity to have those important conversations and inspire the next generation of women leaders," she stated.
Established in 2016, EWN was formed as a community for women executives, corporate professionals, and entrepreneurs to connect, share knowledge, support each other, and collectively advance gender representation in leadership. Over the past decade, the Network has expanded to include over 200 women leaders, broadening its focus from professional networking to also include mentorship, leadership development, policy advocacy, and community impact.
Through initiatives such as EWN Ellevate, Empowered Women, and Sister to Sister engagements, as well as partnerships and community-focused programmes, the Network has reached more than 9,500 women, creating opportunities for women at various stages of their professional journeys. EWN Ellevate, one of the Network's flagship initiatives, aims to develop leadership and technical skills and build confidence among young girls, preparing them for future careers. Since its inception, the programme has reached over 600 girls in the Northern Region, with collaborations with institutions like the University of Ghana and the African Science Academy providing student mentoring.
The Network has also supported initiatives aimed at empowering women and children through community engagements. Notable speakers expected at the conference include Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Ms Mavis Owusu-Gyamfi, Ms Sheila Mika-Premo, Ms Margaret Jackson, Mr Komla Buami, Madam Yang Yang, Dr Stella Agyenim-Boateng, Ms Udo Maryanne Okonjo, Ms Grace Krobo-Edusei, Mr Theodore Albright, and Ms Dzigbordi K. Dosoo.
The release indicated that the EWN@10 Conference and Expo is anticipated to serve as a significant Pan-African platform for knowledge exchange, relationship-building, and the celebration of women's leadership.