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The Network for Women’s Rights in Ghana (NETRIGHT) and the Affirmative Action Law Coalition (AALC) have formally called for constitutional reforms to mandate a minimum of 30% representation for women in Parliament and district assemblies. During a press conference in Accra, the coalition presented a position paper outlining seven key recommendations designed to bridge the gender gap in Ghana's political landscape. The groups argue that without a firm constitutional guarantee, women will continue to face systemic barriers in national and local decision-making processes. A central element of the proposal is the management of parliamentary seats. The coalition recommended retaining the current 276 seats instead of the proposed expansion to 300. To achieve the 30% target within the existing structure, the groups advocated for the introduction of proportional representation. However, they stipulated that if the total number of seats is increased to 300, the additional 24 seats must be exclusively reserved for women. Within this quota, they specifically called for the inclusion of young women and women with disabilities to ensure a diverse range of voices. Beyond seat numbers, the groups emphasized that constitutional amendments are essential to protect women's rights and uphold gender equality as a fundamental principle. They urged political parties to move beyond rhetoric and implement concrete measures to enhance female participation. By securing these reforms, the coalition believes Ghana can establish a more inclusive governance system where women’s perspectives are adequately represented in the creation and implementation of national policies.