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​Comparing Legal Compliance Readiness among Informal Entrepreneurs: A Gender Analysis in Ghana.

 

 

Background

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In Ghana, both men and women operate informal businesses, but a disparity exists in their readiness to comply with regulatory requirements. This study aims to explore the differences in readiness between men and women in informal entrepreneurship to comply with regulatory requirements, with a focus on the challenges faced by women.

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Research Objectives

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1. Identify the key factors influencing men's and women's readiness to comply with regulatory requirements in informal entrepreneurship.

2. Examine the social norms and cultural expectations affecting women's ability to comply with legal requirements in Ghana's informal sector.

3. Investigate the implications of limited access to education, healthcare, and productive assets on women's legal compliance in informal entrepreneurship.

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Main Goal

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This study seeks to investigate the complex issues surrounding gender disparity in Ghana's informal sector and contribute to a better understanding of the challenges faced by women entrepreneurs, ultimately informing policies and interventions to promote greater equality and compliance.

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Duration                       Program Fee (Euro €) 

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3 Months                               2,850.00 €​​​

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What is included in the 3 Months Program Fee: 

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• Accommodation equipped with AC (incl. water and electricity & night security officer)

• Lunches and Dinner provided

• Airport pick-up and Drop Off

• Volunteer Orientation Material

• WIFi (24/7)

• Transport to Project Sites

• 24/7 support in Ghana by AFAWI staff members including emergency support

• Travel assistance (organized Travel Tours are included)

• One year membership after completing your stay with us, this includes an invitation to our Annual International Womens Day Conference every March including the provision of free accommodation and food for one week

• Project Contribution

• Activity Fee including: AFAWI T-shirt and Free Local Sim Card Registration

 

What is not included: 

 

• Visa

• Flights

• Travel insurance (mandatory)

• Vaccinations (Yellow Fever mandatory upon entry to Ghana)

• Criminal Background Check

• Further spending of money up on your preferences. (Volunteers generally find EUR 70 to be sufficient for basic weekly expenses)