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Inclusive Election and Accountable Governance for People with Mental Health Conditions and Their Primary Caregivers in Ghana (ELAG)

A STAR-Ghana funded project promoting inclusive elections and accountable governance for people with mental health conditions and their primary caregivers.
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Community members in discussion

Duration

6 months

Funded by

STAR-Ghana Foundation

Beneficiaries

4,000 (2,500 female) community members across 25 communities

About the Project

Results

  • Reviewed the manifestoes of three political parties (MFC, NDC and NPP) and made recommendations for more inclusive manifestoes
  • Voter education for persons with mental health conditions and Zongo communities across 25 communities, covering 4,000 (2,500 female) community members
  • Advocacy for inclusive, violence-free elections with 125 (60 female) staff and members of the Mental Health Alliance, including persons with lived experience

Funded by: STAR-Ghana Foundation.

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