Priscilla Naa Aklerh Plange, a gender advocate, has cautioned young people, particularly women, against recording intimate moments with their partners, warning of the potential long-term consequences.
Speaking at an intergenerational dialogue organized by Plan International Ghana in Accra, Mrs. Plange emphasized that capturing such moments, even with the intention of deleting them, could severely damage one’s reputation, career prospects, and leadership ambitions.
“Whatever you are doing on social media, if you are having sex and recording to watch later and then delete it, thinking nobody will see it, trust me, people would find out, and it can destroy your future and career opportunities,” she said.
The dialogue, held as part of Plan International Ghana’s “She Leads” project, sought to empower young girls and promote female leadership by connecting them with mentors, including politicians, legal practitioners, civil society leaders, and law enforcement officials.
Mrs. Plange, who serves as the Personal Assistant to Francis-Xavier Sosu, the Member of Parliament for Madina Constituency, also encouraged young women to pursue leadership roles despite societal barriers.
“When I decided to enter politics, I faced criticisms—people questioned my gender and my Christian faith. But I asked myself, who should make decisions for me if not me? Don’t let anyone discourage you. Stay determined, learn how to network, and seek mentorship from impactful people,” she advised.
She urged young women to envision themselves in leadership roles, including becoming Ghana’s president. “If they don’t give you a seat at the table, bring your own folding chair,” she said.
Mrs. Plange also encouraged aspiring leaders to actively seek mentorship opportunities, assuring them that most requests would be positively received.
The Country Director of Plan International Ghana, Mr. Constant Tchona, highlighted the cultural, social, economic, and political barriers that hinder women’s leadership ambitions.
“He has been leading all the time, so this time we want to have more women leading. If you step out as women, Ghanaians are willing to vote for you,” he said, noting that increased female representation in Parliament would provide widespread mentorship opportunities and address many challenges faced by young women.
The “She Leads” project continues to advocate for a future where female leadership is the norm, fostering a generation of empowered women ready to make impactful decisions for society.
Story by: Joshua Kwabena Smith
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