The call was part of efforts to promote gender equality and enhance women’s participation in national development.
Mrs Ghartey made the appeal in a statement issued in Accra to commemorate the 2026 International Women’s Day on the theme: “Give to Gain.”
She said women became more impactful when given the freedom to thrive in a world where they enjoyed equal rights, access to opportunities and the resources needed to realise their God-given potential.
Mrs Ghartey said the theme was a call for reciprocity and support for women and girls as they navigated the indubitable hurdles of inequality and injustice in their quest for greatness.
She noted that for centuries women had selflessly birthed, nurtured and supported the dreams and aspirations of others.
Mrs Ghartey said empowering women and girls to participate fully in all sectors of society not only advanced individual aspirations but also strengthened national development and social progress.
She urged women lawyers to lead advocacy for gender equality and justice for women and girls in Ghana through intentional legal and socio-cultural reforms.
“The e legal profession must remain at the forefront of efforts to challenge discrimination, confront harmful stereotypes and address biases that continue to hinder the advancement of women,” she said.
Mrs Ghartey emphasised that society stood to gain enormously when women and girls were given fair opportunities to succeed and contribute their talents and leadership to national development.
Drawing inspiration from the biblical example in Exodus 15:20, she encouraged women to remain positive influencers and pace setters in their various professional and social roles.
Mrs Ghartey extended best wishes to women at the Bar and encouraged young girls aspiring to join the legal profession to remain focused and determined as the next generation of women lawyers in Ghana.
She wished women in the legal profession a fulfilling celebration of International Women’s Day.
GNA
