14/03/2025
Hen Mpoano has officially introduced its newly constituted Board of Directors, marking a significant step in strengthening governance and strategic direction. The interactive session provided an opportunity for board members to engage with staff, gain insights into the organization’s work, and align on the path forward.
The meeting began with introductions, allowing staff members to share their roles and responsibilities in advancing Hen Mpoano’s marine conservation mission. Management provided a detailed briefing on ongoing projects and notable past initiatives, all of which can be accessed on the organization’s website. Additionally, board members were presented with key findings from a recent organizational assessment workshop facilitated by Maliasili, aimed at refining Hen Mpoano’s operational efficiency and impact.
Board members present expressed their candid opinions on the assessment report and commended the depth of expertise within the team. One member remarked, “I didn’t realize the team was this extensive and well structured. Seeing the scale of work being done It makes me understand better, your significant impact in supporting the coarse of marine conservation”.
In his remarks, Mr. Kofi Agbogah, Director of Hen Mpoano, acknowledged the resilience and dedication of the staff over the years. He emphasized the critical role the board will play in guiding the organization, particularly in light of the recent funding gap following the termination two major projects Hen Mpoano was implementing from the U.S Forest Service and the USAID Ghana Fisheries Recovery Activity (GFRA) due to a stop-work order from the U.S. government. He called on the board’s wealth of experience to support the team in navigating this transition and sustaining Hen Mpoano’s mission.
A key highlight of the session was a presentation by Mr. Charles Kojo Vandyck, who provided an insightful orientation on the role of Boards of Directors within the Civil Society Organization (CSO) space. He highlighted how governance within CSOs differs from corporate boards, ensuring that members understood their unique mandate in supporting Hen Mpoano’s strategic growth.
The meeting concluded with a group photo session, capturing this historic moment of collaboration between staff and the new leadership. The introduction of the new Board of Directors marks a fresh chapter for Hen Mpoano, and we look forward to their contributions in guiding the organization’s continued impact.
As recipients of the 2024 Best Fisheries Advocates award from the Ministry of Fisheries and Aquaculture Development (MOFAD), Hen Mpoano remains committed to advancing sustainable fisheries and marine conservation. We are open to partnerships and collaborations in driving impactful solutions for Ghana’s coastal communities.
We welcome the board and wish them success in this new journey with us!
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