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Ghana Hosts International Women in Education Conference 2025, Honours Keishia Thorpe as Woman in Education of the Year

11th December 2025

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Ghana has hosted the International Women in Education Conference 2025 (#IWIECON25), bringing global educators together in Accra to advance women’s leadership, digital innovation, and income empowerment. Global Teacher Prize Winner Keishia Thorpe was honoured as Woman in Education of the Year.

Global Educators Converge in Accra for #IWIECON25

Ghana has taken centre stage on the global education calendar as it hosted the International Women in Education Conference 2025, formally known as the Women in the Classroom Conference. The rebranded event opened in Accra with a renewed focus on women’s leadership and the transformation of learning spaces worldwide.

This year’s theme, “Keep Moving,” reflects the ongoing push for innovation, gender equity, and resilience across education systems. The gathering drew educators, policymakers, institutional leaders, and change-makers from across Africa, the Americas, and Europe.

**A Pannel Discusson session moderated by Stella Gyimah, 2022 National Best Teacher duirng the event**

A Conference Driving Innovation and Equality

As Ghana’s education sector continues to evolve through reforms, digital acceleration, and stronger teacher development initiatives, the conference delivered timely conversations aimed at equipping women with the tools to lead these new shifts. Participants explored strategic areas such as:

Digital branding for educators
Technology-driven teaching
Women’s leadership in public service
Income diversification for teachers
Community influence and advocacy
Professional visibility in the 21st century

Workshops and panel discussions were held to enable hands-on learning, peer exchange, and collaborative networking.

Keishia Thorpe Champions Digital Visibility for Teachers

The keynote address was delivered by Keishia Thorpe, the Global Teacher Prize Winner, whose message centred on digital empowerment and self-branding. She called on teachers to embrace digital tools to expand their influence, noting that visibility is now a pathway to opportunity.

“If we don’t showcase what we know, no one will know,” she said, urging educators to document their work, share their expertise online, and build professional portfolios. Thorpe also encouraged teachers to engage global learning communities where they can share innovations, learn new methods, and access new opportunities.

Public Services Commission Calls for Stronger Networks

In a related address, Dr. Stella Agyenim-Boateng, Vice Chairperson of the Public Services Commission, highlighted the critical role of professional networks for women in leadership. She noted that mentorship, visibility, and collaboration must be intentionally built to support women’s advancement across the education workforce.

**Keishia Thorpe ; Woman in Education of the Year 2025 honoured at the event**

Turning Skills Into Income: Practical Insights for Teachers

The conference also featured a highly engaging session led by Mrs. Mavis Leonards, CEO of Genescis/Global Sky Ltd. She encouraged educators to identify the market value of their skills and explore income-generating pathways. She pointed to opportunities such as:

Monetising storytelling and creative writing
Creating lesson plan libraries
Offering personalised tutoring
Developing digital educational products
Facilitating workshops and training sessions

Her presentation showed teachers how to align their talents with emerging market demands.

Special Honours: Keishia Thorpe Named Woman in Education of the Year

A key highlight of the event was the recognition of Keishia Thorpe as Woman in Education of the Year. The award celebrated her global impact, groundbreaking achievements, and unwavering dedication to improving teaching and learning for underserved communities. Her leadership continues to inspire educators around the world, reinforcing the message that excellence in education can transform lives across generations.

A Transformative Gathering for Women in Leadership

Across its sessions, #IWIECON25 created space for meaningful reflection, professional growth, and renewed commitment to advancing gender equality in education.

The conference concluded with a call for educators to continue building communities of practice, sharing innovations, and driving change across classrooms, institutions, and national policy spaces.

The conversations, insights, and initiatives launched in Accra have set a new standard for women’s empowerment within the global education ecosystem.

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