IJM Ghana donates mattresses, appliances to support human trafficking survivors

The International Justice Mission (IJM) Ghana donated mattresses and household appliances to the Human Trafficking Female Adult Shelter, operated under the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection, to improve living conditions for survivors receiving care at the facility.

The items were presented by IJM Ghana Country Director and West Africa Programme Director, Anita Budu, who reaffirmed the organisation's commitment to supporting the government's efforts to protect victims of human trafficking.

She said providing safe, well-equipped shelter facilities was essential to the recovery, rehabilitation, and eventual reintegration of survivors.

Receiving the donation on behalf of the Ministry, Gender, Children and Social Protection Minister, Dr Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, expressed appreciation to IJM Ghana for its continued partnership and support.

She said the items would address some of the shelter's identified needs, improve residents' comfort, and support the facility's daily operations.

Dr Lartey also acknowledged President John Dramani Mahama's commitment to strengthening Ghana's response to human trafficking and protecting survivors.

The Minister said Ghana's attainment of Tier 1 status in the 2026 Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report reflected the combined efforts of government institutions, development partners and other stakeholders working to combat the crime.

She stressed the need to sustain such partnerships to protect the country's progress and strengthen support systems for survivors.

Following an assessment of the shelter's needs, the donation included 10 mattresses, a Midea gas cooker, a blender, a 43-inch Samsung television, and a Midea refrigerator, among other essential items.

The Ministry expressed gratitude to IJM Ghana and its other development partners for contributing to efforts to ensure that survivors of human trafficking receive the protection, care and assistance needed to rebuild their lives.