The support forms part of the Digital Access and Rural Empowerment (DARE) Project under Intervention Three, which focuses on Rural Young Mother Economic Empowerment.

Funded by the Mastercard Foundation and its partners, the project aims to equip young women aged between 15 and 35 with relevant skills and support them in transitioning into employment.

The provision of digital devices is intended to help beneficiaries move beyond training into practical economic activity. With access to the devices, they are expected to apply their knowledge in digital marketing and entrepreneurship, explore online opportunities, and begin earning sustainable incomes.

Mr. Joseph Aboagye, Project Coordinator for Inclusive Tech Group, told the Ghana News Agency that the organisation trained 100 females with disabilities between June and November 2025 in digital marketing and entrepreneurship.

He said the 13 beneficiaries were selected based on their performance during the training and their readiness to apply the skills acquired.

Mr. Richmond Atta-Williams, DARE Project Officer in charge of Capacity Building and Digital Integration at UNESCO, said the intervention was designed to ensure that young people particularly women with disabilities—are not only trained but also supported to enter the workforce.

He explained that the support would help participants transition from learning to earning, describing it as a practical step towards enabling young women to participate meaningfully in the economy.

Mr. Atta-Williams noted that although 13 participants had received devices, the broader objective of the project is to support all beneficiaries to achieve sustainable livelihoods.

He added that the initiative aligns with UNESCO’s commitment to inclusive and equitable education and contributes to ongoing efforts to promote youth employment.

He disclosed that there are plans to extend the intervention to the Bekwai and Gushegu municipalities to reach more participants.

Ms. Mary Oduro Dede, one of the beneficiaries, expressed gratitude to the organisers, stating that the training had enhanced her skills in Microsoft Office and social media marketing.

She said the device would enable her to apply her knowledge to generate income and improve her standard of living.