Fuertza is a non-profit organization rooted in the belief that architecture and education are powerful tools for community transformation. Founded in 2025 in Ghana, Fuertza seeks to drive inclusive development in marginalized regions. Our work is grounded in social architecture, urban innovation, and gender-responsive development.
By integrating co-production, environmental stewardship, and community empowerment, Fuertza doesn’t just build physical structures — we help build resilient futures. Fuertza is committed to creating a Ghana where every child learns in a safe space and every woman leads with purpose.
Fuertza is dedicated to transforming marginalized communities by leveraging the power of social architecture and rural transformation.
We prioritize collaboration with women to co-create inclusive educational and social spaces that foster learning, empowerment, and sustainable development.
Through participatory design and community engagement, Fuertza aims to bridge educational disparities and promote social equity.
We envision a world where every marginalized community has access to thoughtfully designed educational environments that reflect their cultural identity and aspirations.
By championing women-led innovations in co - production for infrastructure. Oasis seeks to cultivate resilient communities where education serves as a cornerstone for social transformation and collective well-being.
The Oasis is an integrated program run by the Fuertza NGO. It is dedicated to improving and leveraging the skills of local women in vernacular construction to address the infrastructural deficit in underserved communities across Ghana.
We believe in transforming these communities through sustainable infrastructure — with women leading the change.
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Fuertza, through the Oasis initiative, launched its debut women-led infrastructure development project in Danku, located in the Upper West Region of Ghana.
Guided by community engagement, feasibility studies, and planning by our team of architects and urban designers, our first project is a community library located in the heart of Danku — in a designated space easily accessible to both the local educational institution and surrounding residents.
Oasis is on a roadmap to realize the following Sustainable Development Goals
Transforming urban spaces into vibrant community hubs fosters more livable, inclusive, and resilient cities.
By establishing mini libraries and educational centers, the project enhances access to learning resources and skill-building opportunities for both young women and men.
By focusing on under-resourced areas like Wa, the initiative helps bridge gaps in educational and economic opportunities.