Challenges of Women in Educational Leadership Position in Tano North Municipality of Ahafo Region, Ghana

Abstract

The study explored the challenges of women in educational leadership in Tano North Municipality, Ahafo Region of Ghana. This was a qualitative study which employed case study design. Purposive sampling technique was used to select participants comprising 15 women in educational leadership position for the study. Semi-structured interview guide were the instruments used for data collection. The data was analysed using thematic approach.  It emerged that some teachers do not accord female heads the necessary respect due to their culture, religious background and perception about women in general. Also, the problem of heavy workload associated with their new positions posed challenges to women in educational leadership position. It was established that mentoring, professional development coupled with leadership and administrative support help women in leadership positions to excel.  It is recommended that Tano North Municipal Education office and other gender-based groups should periodically organize leadership training programmes or seminars for women to prepare them professionally for leadership positions.

Keywords: Leadership, Subordinates, Gender, Equality, Position.

DOI: 10.7176/JEP/11-31-04

Publication date: November 30^th 2020