Education Sector
Private Education Sector in Ghana
UNEAGES focuses on Private Schools in Ghana, organizing over 100,000 teachers and educational workers who have historically lacked union representation and protection.
100,000+
Teachers & Educational Workers
Most
Viable Sub-sector
Active
Organizing Campaigns
Challenges in Private Education
Private school teachers in Ghana face significant challenges that UNEAGES is committed to addressing
Intimidation & Threats
Teachers face regular intimidation and threats from school owners and administrators when attempting to organize or assert their rights.
Low & Irregular Wages
Salaries are significantly below public sector equivalents, with irregular payments and frequent delays affecting financial stability.
Job Insecurity
Lack of employment contracts, arbitrary dismissals, and no job security provisions leave teachers vulnerable to exploitation.
Unorganized Workforce
Over 100,000 private school teachers remain unorganized, without collective bargaining power or union representation.
Professional Development
Limited access to training, certification programs, and career advancement opportunities compared to public sector counterparts.
Working Conditions
Inadequate facilities, large class sizes, and lack of teaching resources compromise educational quality and teacher well-being.
"Organizing private school teachers requires persistence, strategy, and solidarity."
Our Strategic Approach
UNEAGES employs a comprehensive strategy to organize and empower private school teachers across Ghana, overcoming the significant challenges in this sector.
Aggressive Organizing Campaigns
Targeted campaigns in major educational hubs like Greater Accra, Ashanti, and Western Regions to mobilize teachers.
Legal Protection & Advocacy
Providing legal support for teachers facing intimidation and advocating for policy changes at national and regional levels.
Collective Bargaining Initiatives
Negotiating sector-wide collective agreements that establish minimum standards for wages, conditions, and job security.
Capacity Building Programs
Training teachers in labor rights, negotiation skills, and leadership development to build sustainable union structures.
Resource Requirements
Organizing 100,000+ private school teachers requires substantial resources and strategic investment
Human Resources
- Dedicated organizing teams
- Legal experts for protection
- Training facilitators
- Regional coordinators
- Field organizers
Financial Resources
- Organizing campaign funds
- Legal defense budget
- Training program funding
- Travel and logistics
- Communication materials
Infrastructure
- Regional office spaces
- Meeting facilities
- Communication systems
- Transportation
- Technology support
Funding Strategy
We require substantial financial resources and a stable cashflow to embark on aggressive organizing campaigns to unionize private school teachers into active trade union membership. This sector represents the most viable opportunity for sustainable union growth in Ghana's education landscape.
Success Stories & Achievements
Despite challenges, UNEAGES has made significant progress in organizing private education workers
Tema & Ashaiman Breakthrough
Successfully organized the first private schools in Tema and Ashaiman environs, establishing union presence in these critical educational hubs.
Legal Protection Wins
Successfully defended teachers against unfair dismissals and secured reinstatement with compensation in multiple cases.
Collective Agreements
Negotiated the first-ever collective agreements for private school teachers in specific educational consortia, setting precedents for the sector.
Join the Movement for Private School Teachers
Whether you're a private school teacher seeking representation, a school administrator interested in fair labor practices, or a supporter of educational workers' rights, there's a role for you in our movement.
Start Organizing Your School
Stand Up for Private School Teachers' Rights
Join UNEAGES in creating a fair, secure, and dignified working environment for over 100,000 private school teachers in Ghana. Together, we can transform private education.