Biography

For a young woman born in a rural community where opportunities seemed scarce, Harriet Gyanea Gyetuah, officially known as Harriet Gyetuah, is a beacon of hope in Ghana. Born in T. Bremang, a community where her older sister was the first female to attend university, Harriet defied the odds to achieve formal education. She was fortunate to be transferred to a nearby town’s school, which broadened her opportunities, and she later pursued a BSc in Environmental Science at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology.

During school vacations, Harriet volunteered as a math and science teacher in her local school, witnessing firsthand the challenges faced by her peers. She was disheartened to see many girls drop out of school and become teenage mothers. This inspired her to start “The Girl Tomorrow,” a club empowering young girls through education, personal hygiene, and skills training. Today, her initiative has yielded remarkable results: two girls are attending KNUST, eight have completed senior high school, and over twenty are running their own businesses or have acquired marketable skills.

After completing her national service at the Obuasi Municipal Assembly, Harriet volunteered to teach in her community. During this period, she applied to become a CorpsAfrica Volunteer. It was a challenging process, but she was selected as one of the few volunteers to serve in rural communities in the Central Region of Ghana. She is currently continuing her journey as a CorpsAfrica volunteer.

Harriet’s story is a testament to her dedication to empowering girls and communities. Her journey serves as a shining example of the impact one person can make.