Takyiwa Danso
About Takyiwa Danso
Takyiwa Danso serves as a Policy Officer for Inclusive Education at Sightsavers, focusing on social change through an intersectional approach. With six years of experience in youth, education, and disability advocacy, Danso has worked with various organizations in the UK and Africa.
Work at Sightsavers
Takyiwa Danso has been serving as a Policy Officer for Inclusive Education at Sightsavers since 2021. In this role, she focuses on improving educational policies and practices to ensure inclusivity for all learners. Her work emphasizes the importance of social change through an intersectional approach, aiming to disrupt existing systems that hinder equitable access to education.
Previous Experience
Before joining Sightsavers, Takyiwa Danso held several positions that contributed to her expertise in youth and education advocacy. She worked as a Programme Officer at Able Child Africa from 2017 to 2019, where she focused on programs supporting children with disabilities. Additionally, she served as a Youth Advisor to the International Board of Trustees at VSO during the same period. Earlier, she was a Senior Programme Officer at AL-KHAIR FOUNDATION from 2015 to 2017 and completed an internship at Global One in 2015.
Education and Expertise
Takyiwa Danso holds a Master of Arts in Development Studies from the Institute of Development Studies, which she completed in 2020. She also earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of East Anglia in 2014. Her educational background supports her advocacy for marginalized groups, particularly young people from disadvantaged backgrounds, in policy development and program delivery.
Advocacy Focus
Takyiwa Danso is committed to advocating for the voices of marginalized groups in policy development. She emphasizes the importance of including young people from disadvantaged backgrounds in discussions that affect their education and opportunities. Her approach aims to create systemic changes that promote inclusivity and equity in educational settings.
Professional Experience Overview
With over six years of experience in youth, education, and disability program delivery and advocacy, Takyiwa Danso has developed a strong foundation in her field. Her work spans both the UK and Africa, allowing her to address diverse challenges and implement effective solutions in various educational contexts.