Dr. Rose Mensah-Kutin is a Ghanaian feminist activist and a champion for women’s rights. She is the Executive Director of the West Africa Civil Society Institute (WACSI), a regional non-governmental organization that provides capacity-building support to civil society organizations in West Africa.

Dr. Rose Mensah-Kutin’s experience and awards

Dr. Mensah-Kutin has over two decades of experience working in the areas of gender, human rights, and social justice. She has been a vocal advocate for women’s empowerment and has been involved in several initiatives aimed at advancing gender equality and women’s rights in Ghana and across the African continent.

In addition to her work with WACSI, Dr. Mensah-Kutin has served in various leadership positions in several civil society organizations in Ghana, including the Abantu for Development, a feminist organization that works to promote the rights and well-being of African women and girls. She has also been involved in several international initiatives to advance women’s rights, including the African Women’s Development and Communication Network (FEMNET) and the Global Fund for Women.

Dr. Mensah-Kutin has received numerous awards and recognition for her work, including the African Women’s Development Fund’s Fadwa El Guindi Award for Excellence in African Feminist Research and Scholarship. She is widely respected as a leading feminist thinker and activist in West Africa and continues to advocate for gender equality and women’s rights through her work with WACSI and other organizations.

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