UNICEF Ghana Youth Advocates
UNICEF Ghana's First Youth Advocates
Dariella Fafali Coffie, known as Fafali, is a 14-year-old student and passionate advocate for children’s rights and empowerment in Ghana.
Her advocacy journey gained prominence in 2024 during her participation in a high-level initiative organized by UNICEF Ghana, the Office of the President, and the Ministry of Gender, Children, and Social Protection.
This initiative, which was part of the pre-SDG Summit celebrations, reflected her leadership and dedication. She attended a three-day workshop with 100 young people from across the country, culminating in the SDG Model Summit, where children presented their priorities and solutions.
In addition to this, Fafali is an active member of the Child Parliament of Ghana and has participated in several national courses and programs designed to promote youth participation in governance and decision-making.
Recognized for her leadership, she was later invited to represent Ghana at the Youth Mobilization Lab (Global Youth Lab) 2024. She continues to collaborate with UNICEF Ghana and the Ministry of Gender on advocacy campaigns addressing critical issues affecting young people.
Focus Areas
Climate Justice & Gender Inequality – Raising awareness of how climate change disproportionately affects girls in Ghana and Africa.
Foundational Learning Reform – Promoting inclusive teaching methods to ensure that no child is left behind.
Digital Empowerment – Creating safe online spaces for young people to engage in education, rights, and well-being.
Through her work, Fafali is building momentum for girls’ empowerment and climate justice, making her a strong and inspiring voice for Ghana’s youth.
Fatima Mohammed, also known as Zara, is a 15-year-old advocate deeply committed to advancing the rights and well-being of adolescent girls in Ghana. She is particularly passionate about addressing challenges such as access to education, child protection, and climate change, as well as the broader issues that continue to affect girls across the country.
Through her role as a U-Reporter, Fatima has consistently leveraged the platform to connect with his peers and amplify pressing youth issues.
In the near future, Fatima will serve as a member of the UNICEF West and Central Africa Regional Girls’ Group (WCAR). This unique platform brings together adolescent girls from 24 countries to influence regional programming and policies on girls’ rights. As part of this advisory body, she will help identify priorities and shape the agenda for upcoming regional summits.
Focus Areas
Gender Equality in Education and Upbringing: Challenging gender norms in both home and school settings, highlighting the different expectations placed on boys and girls, and examining how these expectations shape their futures.
Child Protection Issues: Advocating for the eradication of child abuse affecting young girls and promoting access to WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) facilities, including sanitary pads.
At the national level, Fatima will continue to engage with UNICEF Ghana’s advocacy efforts, working to ensure that the voices of adolescent girls are heard and translated into meaningful action.