Gender Minister intervenes in Bulemi family case, supports Down Syndrome awareness walk

The Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, visited a family in the Bulemi community of the Weija-Gbawe Municipality on Saturday, March 21, following reports that a woman had been preparing meals for her children using faeces and urine.

During the visit, Dr. Lartey engaged the family directly and coordinated immediate interventions, including medical and psychological assessments for the woman.

Officials said the visit is part of ongoing efforts to ensure that vulnerable families receive the necessary care and support.

Earlier on Saturday, the Minister also took part in the ‘Buddy Walk’ organised by the Down Syndrome Association of Ghana to mark World Down Syndrome Day.

The walk aimed to raise awareness, challenge stigma, and promote acceptance and inclusion of persons with Down syndrome.

Speaking at the event, Dr. Lartey reaffirmed the government’s commitment to integrating persons with disabilities into national development and ensuring they receive support through social protection programmes, including the Livelihood Empowerment Against Poverty (LEAP) initiative.

She called on stakeholders to collaborate with government efforts to safeguard vulnerable populations, stressing that no one should be left behind in Ghana’s development agenda.

In a show of personal support, Dr. Lartey made a cash donation to the association, highlighting her dedication to the cause and the welfare of persons with disabilities.