Policy Brief on Enhancing inclusive participation of PWDs in elections: challenges and solutions
This policy brief is a product of the Penplusbytes Webinar Series on Elections 2020 which aims at finding solutions to the multifaceted issues of inclusivity, legitimacy and acceptance of fair election results in Ghana. It contains pertinent issues around ensuring the inclusive participation of persons with disabilities (PWDs) in elections which needs the critical attention of government, Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), PWD associations, international communities and all who stand for equity in elections.
Critical Steps in Bridging the Implementation Gaps of the Disability Act for Inclusivity
Penplusbytes’ “Deliver – Quality Media Amplifying Vulnerable Voices” with funding from STAR Ghana Foundation (www.inclusivitygh.org) is adding its voice to the debate and seeks to empower the over 5 million PWDs in Ghana to become independently able to actively engage the media and duty-bearers using new digital channels.
Penplusbytes Safeguarding Policy
Penplusbytes is an equal opportunity employer and the organisation’s outlook is to ensure the protection of people, particularly children, at risk adults and beneficiaries of Penplusbytes assistance, from any harm that may be caused due to their coming into contact with Penplusbytes in terms of the conduct of staff and others associated with our work and all those involved in our programmes and activities.
1ST QUARTER SOCIAL MEDIA INDEX REPORT – MARCH 2019
The March 2019 report reviews the outlook and performance of Newspapers, Radio and TV stations in Ghana based on their presence, followers and likes on social media; particularly Facebook and Twitter. With collected data remaining valid as at the 31st March, 2019, this report rates how media establishments have made good use of their social media platforms particularly Facebook pages and Twitter handles to reach out and engage audiences by employing a quantitative research module.
Penplusbytes 2018 Annual Report
2018 presented a great year for Penplusbytes. We saw some exciting innovations in newsrooms all the way through to government agencies. Undoubtedly, Ghana is making some great strides in the growth and utilization of ICTs in all aspects of our national development. Given this background, we are excited to report that, Penplusbytes contributed in no small way in developing the capacity of journalists and supporting civil society organizations with new digital tools to become powerhouses in advocacy.
3RD QUARTER SOCIAL MEDIA INDEX REPORT – SEPTEMBER 2018
The September 2018 report reviews the outlook and performance of Newspapers, Radio and TV stations in Ghana based on their presence, followers and likes on social media; particularly Facebook and Twitter. With collected data remaining valid as at the 30th September, 2018, this report rates how media establishments have made good use of their social media platforms particularly Facebook pages and Twitter handles to reach out and engage audiences by employing a quantitative research module.