Welcome To Yebetumi

Mission: To help create a world where the full humanity, dignity and rights of women and girls of all identities and intersectionality are recognized and upheld.

Origin of a name: The word “Yebetumi” is an Akan word that means “We Can”. This represents our driving belief that gender equality and equity is attainable, and through policy advocacy, skills training, education, stakeholder engagement, mentorship and behavioral change sensitization we strive to contribute to making it a reality for women and girls in our operational communities. 

Founder: Abena Benewaa is a Feminist Activist, a Menstrual Health and Media Development professional with over 10yrs of experience working in social justice for women and girls, specifically women and girl's sexual & reproductive health and rights and socio-economic and political meaningful inclusion. Benewaa is passionate about helping achieve a world where women and girls live in dignity, are able to action their rights and realise their fullest potential without any gender-based discriminations.