Citizens Platform on Constitutional Reforms, is a space where citizens and civil society shape Ghanaโ€™s constitutional future through participation

Ghana
Joined November 2025
MONDAY MORNING QUESTION ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ญโ˜• Does Ghana really need a 300-member Parliament? Can we improve representation for women, young people and persons with disabilities without simply adding more MPs? ๐Ÿ’ฌ 300 MPs: YES or NO, and why? Swipe ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿพ for the civil society position. #CPCR #ConstitutionalReform
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Civil Society has spoken on Ghanaโ€™s constitutional reform. ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ญ CPCR has presented its positions on the reforms Ghana needs, what it supports, where it differs with Government, and what must happen next. ๐Ÿ“„ Full Position Paper: shorturl.at/W00Nx๐ŸŽ™๏ธ Press Address: shorturl.at/8xNzC What ONE reform do you believe Ghana must get right? ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿพ
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Can Parliament effectively check the government if some MPs are also running the government? ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ญCivil society supports separating the roles of MP and Minister.But we want to hear from you:Should MPs be allowed to serve as Ministers?YES or NO, and why? ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿพ#CPCR #ConstitutionalReform
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How independent is an institution if its leadership depends heavily on one office? ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ญ Civil society wants competitive, merit-based and independent processes for appointments to key independent institutions. Independence should begin with the appointment. Swipe ๐Ÿ‘‰ #CPCR #ConstitutionalReform
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4 YEARS or 5 YEARS? ๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ญ Should Ghana extend the presidential term, or can the challenges of a 4-year term be addressed without giving the Presidency another year? Civil society has taken a position. Swipe to see why. ๐Ÿ‘‰ What do you think? Drop your comments #CPCR #ConstitutionalReform
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๐Ÿ“… Should Ghana have a fixed election period? What if everyone knew years in advance exactly when presidential elections would take place? The Constitution Review Committee (CRC) recommended setting Ghana's presidential elections in the first week of November. The Government has accepted this recommendation, saying it will improve planning, predictability, and ensure a smoother transition of power. But what does this really mean for you as a citizen? Swipe through to see the Government's position explained in simple language. ๐Ÿ’ฌ Do you think fixing the election period is a good idea? Tell us why in the comments.
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๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ญ Should Ghana lower the minimum age to become President? Current Constitution: 40 years CRC Recommendation: 30 years Government Position: 35 years (Accepted in Principle) What age do you think is right? ๐Ÿ—ณ๏ธ Join the conversation and explore more constitutional reform proposals at citizensforreform.org #ConstitutionExplained #CPCR #Ghana #ConstitutionalReform
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๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ญ Should Ghana's President serve for FIVE years instead of FOUR? It's one of the biggest proposals in Ghana's Constitutional Review, and we're breaking it down in simple language. In this first edition of #ConstitutionExplained, we unpack: โœ… What the CRC proposed โœ… Government's position โœ… What it could mean for every Ghanaian ๐Ÿ’ฌ Do you support a five-year presidential term? Tell us why. ๐Ÿ”— Learn more and follow the constitutional reform process at citizensforreform.org #CPCR #ConstitutionExplained #ConstitutionalReform #KnowTheReform #YourConstitutionYourVoice #Ghana
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PRESS CONFERENCE The Citizens Platform for Constitutional Reform (CPCR) will hold a press conference to share updates on Ghanaโ€™s constitutional reform process and the role of citizens in shaping the countryโ€™s democratic future. ๐Ÿ—“ Mon, 16 March 2025 โฐ 10:00 AM ๐Ÿ“ Press Center Follow the reform conversation: ๐Ÿ‘‰ citizensforreform.org #CPCR #ConstitutionalReform #CitizenEngagement #KnowYourRights
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Happy Independence Day, Ghana! Today we celebrate the courage, vision, and sacrifice that led to our nationโ€™s freedom. Independence was not only about breaking from colonial rule, it was about building a nation where citizens have a voice, rights are protected, and governance reflects the will of the people. As Ghana continues to grow, conversations about our Constitution and the future of our democracy remain just as important. At CPCR, we believe that informed citizens strengthen democracy. Explore the Constitution, track reforms, and stay informed about the future of our nation. ๐Ÿ“ท citizensforreform.org #IndependenceDayGH #CPCR #KnowYourRights #GhanaAt68
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The CPCR team had a productive engagement with the Trade Union Congress (TUC) Ghana to discuss the Citizens Platform for Constitutional Reforms. Organized labour plays a vital role in shaping reforms that affect workersโ€™ rights, economic justice, and national development. Track the reforms that affect you. ๐Ÿ‘‰ citizensforreform.org #CPCR #ConstitutionalReform
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