At MDS, we believe that mentorship is only the beginning. Young women thrive when they are equipped with practical skills, real‑world experience, and access to organizations that believe in their potential. Our Employment Pathways initiative bridges the gap between learning and opportunity—supporting young women to transition confidently from mentorship into meaningful work.
Through strategic partnerships with employers, nonprofits, and industry leaders, we create hands‑on internships, project placements, leadership opportunities, and career‑building experiences. These pathways not only transform individual lives but also strengthen workplaces with diverse, motivated, and purpose‑driven emerging talent.
Hear from Ewoenam Sallah, a mentee who directly benefits from our employment impact!
Ewownam joined the Program in May 2025. Through our strategic partnership with Quality Assured Solutions, she gained access to real employment opportunity. With dedicated support from her MDS mentor, Ewoenam participated in targeted prep sessions; from interview coaching to professional readiness support. After a successful application process, she is currently an Executive Assistant at QAS.
Through MDS Mentoring Program, delivered in partnership with AKF Ghana, Gifty participated in three cohorts from 2021 to 2024. During this time, she received personalized guidance, skills development, and consistent support that helped shape her professional growth.
Gifty later joined MDS as a Research Intern, where her talent, commitment, and drive quickly stood out. Today, she serves as our Operations Lead, supporting program delivery and empowering other young women to reach their full potential.
Her story reflects what is possible when motivated young women are connected with mentors, opportunities, and organizations willing to invest in emerging talent. We are incredibly proud of Gifty. Her dedication, hard work, and passion continue to inspire our community.


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By becoming one of our regular donors of £10.00 per month will make a huge difference, not only to our ability to continue to deliver and to scale, but also a demonstration to grants and foundations that we are underpinned by a supportive community as we invite them to support too.
Your contribution helps provide
- Salaries for 2 alumni mentees now working with the MDS team
- Essential internet access for all mentees
- Cover ubscription costs to keep our online mentoring running