Washington, D.C.The Executive Director of the non-profit Sustainable Aid through Voluntary Establishment (SAVE)-Ghana was honored with the prestigious U.S. Secretary of State’s Award for Global Anti-Racism Champions for his exceptional dedication to advancing the human rights of marginalized communities and combating systemic racism in Ghana.
Dintie Tayiru Sule has been a relentless advocate for the Fulbe community in the Upper West Region of Ghana. The Fulbe, often subjected to harassment and systemic discrimination, have found a powerful ally in Sule. Through SAVE-Ghana, he has worked to demonstrate the important role the ethnic Fulbe play in the local economy and increase local and national level decision makers’ visibility on Fulbe discrimination and stigmatization.
During the Oct. 21 ceremony, Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken congratulated Sule and other awardees for their work to support human rights.
“As we seek to realize that more just and equitable future, we have few greater partners than the civil society advocates like the courageous leaders that we honor today,” said Secretary Blinken in his remarks at the ceremony.
Acknowledging the global nature of systemic racism and its detrimental effects on societies and democracies worldwide, the Global Anti-Racism Champions Award underscores the importance of global solutions to combat these issues and celebrates the individuals leading these efforts.
The second annual Global Anti-Racism Champions Award ceremony was attended by ambassadors, U.S. government officials, partner organizations, Congress and invited guests.
“Our journey has not been without challenges, but today reaffirms the truth that persistence in the face of adversity leads to progress,” Sule said in a post on LinkedIn after the award ceremony. “To the Fulbe community and all vulnerable groups, this is proof that your struggles are being seen and heard globally. While our work is far from over, this recognition motivates us to keep pushing forward — advocating for equity, dignity, and lasting change.”
A partner of the USAID Office of Transition Initiatives Littorals Regional Initiative (LRI) in coastal West Africa, SAVE-Ghana works with rural and marginalized communities, focusing on promoting quality social services, including education, health, women empowerment, sustainable livelihoods, disability rights and safeguarding the rights of women and children.
Through the USAID/OTI Littoral Regional Initiative, SAVE-Ghana has worked to map Fulbe communities and mediate conflict in the region.
One of Sule’s notable achievements includes leading a project that resulted in significant local governance reforms, which contributed to reducing Fulbe marginalization and discrimination. These reforms included lowering cattle tax rates for the Fulbe, providing basic socio-economic amenities to Fulbe communities and establishing mixed mediation committees to foster peaceful resolution of conflicts and dialogue between Fulbe and non-Fulbe communities. His efforts have not only provided immediate relief but have also laid the groundwork for long-term structural changes.
Sule’s work has garnered recognition in his home country. The U.S. Ambassador to Ghana recently acknowledged Sule and SAVE-Ghana’s contributions during an Oct. 10 meeting in Tamale, Ghana, with a group of Littoral Regional Initiative grantees. The Ambassador highlighted Sule’s upcoming award, underscoring the global impact of his efforts.
After receiving his award, Sule said: “My motivation to advocate for minority groups stems from a combination of my personal experiences, a strong sense of justice, and a desire to create positive change. I deeply hope that my efforts continue to contribute to a future where no minority group endures stigma or is denied their basic rights.”
Sule’s recognition as a Global Anti-Racism Champion is a testament to his tireless work and the profound impact of his advocacy. His journey continues to inspire and drive meaningful change, not only in Ghana but across the globe.d celebrates the individuals leading these efforts.
Dintie Tayiru Sule’s recognition as a Global Anti-Racism Champion is a testament to his tireless work and the profound impact of his advocacy. His journey continues to inspire and drive meaningful change, not only in Ghana but across the globe.
