Working in Ghana
Alongside our work in the UK and supporting wider international campaigns, Gower Street has a special geographic focus on Ghana. As a country that is in the frontline of the climate crisis and is known for its active and committed civil society, Ghana is a place where change is both needed and possible. Gower Street has a long history of supporting education work in Ghana and in the spend down phase up until 2030 this focus is being combined with support for civil society action on climate. We have an excellent team of Ghana based advisors who are experts in climate action, education and organisational development who help us with our strategy and decision making in Ghana. Having worked with them to build a network of grassroots partners across Ghana, the final phase of grant making between 2025-2028 is being delivered through three workstreams.
Energy Transition
This work is being delivered through the Ghana Energy Transition Consortium which was formed from Gower Street partners in 2024. It brings together civil society actors who are working to drive policy ambition alongside social justice and inclusion in the process of energy transition in Ghana.
Life in a Changing Landscape
This work supports the adaptations that typically rural communities are making to live with and mitigate climate change. It encompasses climate smart agriculture, landscape restoration and support for communities affected by mining. It builds on the expertise and collaboration between existing Gower Street partners.
Complementary Climate Education
This work supports initiatives at the intersection of climate and education in Ghana. It focuses on complementary climate education for school age children which empowers them to know more and take action on climate change. It builds on the expertise and collaboration between existing Gower Street partners.
