Former beauty queen and current Vice Chairperson of the Commonwealth Youth Council Christabel Queensley Derby Donkor, is spearheading efforts to transform Africa’s future through her new initiative, Empower Africa Alliance.
Currently serving as the Vice Chairperson for Inclusion and Engagement at the Commonwealth Youth Council, Christabel has dedicated her life to advocating for inclusive policies on international platforms.
The young Ghanaian lawyer, Christabel, the driving force behind EmpowerAfrica Alliance, is an advocate for youth and women’s rights in Africa.
This non-governmental organization (NGO) is focused on empowering youth and advancing gender equality across the continent.
EmpowerAfrica Alliance is dedicated to equipping young people—particularly women—with the skills, opportunities, and resources needed to thrive and make significant contributions to their communities and beyond. The organization firmly believes that sustainable development in Africa is only possible through the active participation of its youth and women.
EmpowerAfrica Alliance envisions a continent where young people and women are empowered to lead, innovate, and create lasting socio-economic change in Africa.
Core Focus Areas
Youth Empowerment: The organization provides training, mentorship, and resources to help young people develop entrepreneurial, leadership, and professional skills.
Gender Equality & Women’s Empowerment: Through advocacy and community engagement, EmpowerAfrica aims to close the gender gap by promoting equal opportunities and supporting initiatives that uplift women.
Education Support: Scholarships and learning materials are offered to underprivileged students, ensuring access to quality education.
Health & Well-being: EmpowerAfrica organizes health campaigns focused on educating communities about key health issues and promoting overall well-being.
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): All programs are aligned with the SDGs, particularly those related to quality education, gender equality, and economic empowerment.
Key Achievements
Philanthropy: Through Derby’s Foundation, over 4,000 sanitizers and food items were donated during the COVID-19 pandemic. The foundation also provided uniforms and learning materials to schools in underserved communities.
Training Programs: EmpowerAfrica has launched initiatives aimed at training youth in leadership, entrepreneurship, and vocational skills, reaching thousands of young people across Ghana and Africa.
Advocacy: The organization has taken part in high-level local and international forums, advocating for youth and women’s voices in decision-making processes.
Upcoming Projects
A nationwide campaign to promote digital literacy among women and girls.
Expansion of health outreach programs to rural communities, with a focus on reproductive health education and support.
Report by Tofik Abdul Nasir