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Exploring the extent of gender inequality in professional planning practice in Ghana: an analysis of contributing factors

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  • Abigail Bonnah
  • Stephen Appiah Takyi
  • James Alidzi Gbeku
  • Owusu Amponsah
  • Amma Birago Kantanka Gyimah

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This study examines the effects of gender inequality on professional planning in Ghana, drawing on interviews with 296 female professional planners. The results of the study show a pronounced gender disparity with a gender parity index of 0.0841. Barriers include limited mentorship opportunities and demanding academic entry requirements for planning schools. The study recommends structured mentorship programs and gender-sensitive recruitment policies in planning institutions to enhance women’s leadership participation. These measures align with Sustainable Development Goal 5, aiming to promote gender equality and empower women in the planning profession in Ghana, addressing systemic challenges to women’s career advancement.

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  • Abigail Bonnah & Stephen Appiah Takyi & James Alidzi Gbeku & Owusu Amponsah & Amma Birago Kantanka Gyimah, 2026. "Exploring the extent of gender inequality in professional planning practice in Ghana: an analysis of contributing factors," Planning Practice & Research, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 41(4), pages 802-818, July.
    • Handle: RePEc:taf:cpprxx:v:41:y:2026:i:4:p:802-818
    DOI: 10.1080/02697459.2026.2624700
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