Actress and Activist Akosua Asieduaa Advocates for Youth Empowerment and Gender Equality at USAID Youth Conference

Budding Ghanaian actress and activist, Akosua Asieduaa Asare Brewu, took center stage at the recently concluded USAID Youth Conference in Washington, where she passionately voiced her commitment to addressing the challenges facing the most vulnerable  demographic in society – the youth.

As a fervent advocate for youth empowerment and gender equality, Asieduaa highlighted the urgent need for concerted efforts in empowering the girl child and tackling period poverty, particularly prevalent in Ghana. Drawing from her own experiences and observations, she underscored the importance of prioritizing these issues to ensure a brighter and more equitable future for all.

Her impassioned address at the USAID Youth Conference resonated deeply with attendees, igniting discussions and catalyzing action towards building a more inclusive and prosperous society. Asieduaa’s dedication to advocacy serves as a beacon of hope for youth empowerment and gender.

Asieduaa holds a degree in Earth Sciences from the University of Ghana and is currently pursuing her post graduate degree in Environmental Resources Management at KNUST.

Asieduaa identifies as a #Paver; a term which is synonymous to an individual who uses their influence to promote positive change in society.