A Celebration Of The Women On YFM On International Women’s Day

International Women’s Day is a focal point in the movement for women’s rights, globally. The day was predominantly celebrated by the socialist movement and communist countries until it was adopted in 1975 by the United Nations.
The first International Women’s Day occurred in 1911, supported by over one million people.
Today, International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women.  A public holiday in some countries and largely ignored elsewhere. In some places, it is a day of protest; in others, it is a day that celebrates womanhood, and we at YFM will like to take this opportunity to celebrate the incredible women of YFM GHANA.
 
On RYSE N SHYNE: MISS NAA –
Ms Naa, whose childhood dream was to be a veterinarian is no rookie to the broadcast industry. Currently serving as the host of the morning show Ryse n Shyne , she is also a judge on the Vodafone Icons reality series.

On SHOUTS ON Y: CAROLINE SAMPSON –

Caroline Sampson is a hard working media personality who has worked with some top Radio and TV stations. Caroline moved to YFM in 2011 where she currently hosts Shouts on Y at lunchtime on weekdays. Her favorite quote “If You Have It, Flaunt It”.
 
ON Y-LOUNGE: AKOSUA HANSON –

Although she grew up dreaming of being a female Denzel Washington, Nana Akosua Hanson affectionately called Kozie has made a name for herself as a writer, an activist and an actress. Currently the host of the Y Lounge on YFM, Akosua is the founder of DramaQueens an NGO aimed at empowering women in Ghana.
 
DJ KESS –

In a rather densely male dominated industry Kessewaa has risen to become one of the most sought after DJs in Africa.
After 7 years in the business, she now rubs shoulders with some of the biggest DJs in Ghana. She also boasts of being the best female DJ Ghana has ever had.
In 2011, DJ Kess played at the Saturday House Party on the Big Brother Africa reality show. This won DJ Kess more credibility as a force to reckon with. She also played at the 2012 Etisalat Epiq Nation concert in Benin Copa Coca Cola in Nigeria in 2012, the Mario and Shontelle live concert in Ghana and the Red Lipstick all female concert among others. She has won the Best Female DJ at the Ghana DJ Awards twice in a row and an African Global DJ Award Nominee for Best Female DJ in Johannesburg, South Africa. ​
 
ON ROOM SERVICE: AGNES NTOW –
The Chicago, Illinois native possesses great skills in front of the camera and enjoys working behind the scenes as well. Over the years, Agnes has also developed a niche for acting by appearing in small roles for films, “Black Butterfly” and “I am Pearl James”.
A graduate of Loyola University Chicago, Agnes made her on air debut during her last semester of college in 2009. That opportunity led her to be the host and producer of “Passport to a World’s View”, a world music radio show on WLUW. In 2011, she produced and hosted, “My Mic Sounds Nice”, a radio-talk show that was skewed around the lives of 2 women in their early 20’s on African Radio Online.
She currently hosts the late-night program “Room Service” on YFM.
Being named one of 100 Most influential women in media in Ghana by UNAIDS, there’s no stopping her magic.
 
MZ ORSTIN –

Drawn to music and dance, Mz Orstin chose to make her love her career and has been successful in cultivating her name and image as one of the best disk jockeys in Ghana. She is the first female DJ in Ghana to host her own concert dubbed ‘Live Jam with Mz Orstin’.
She has been privileged in working in a number of clubs, bars &a lounges in Ghana which has built her versatility in the business, whiles giving her the opportunity to showcase her talent in various musical genres. From working as the resident DJ in Bella Roma, Yacht Club, Plot 7 One2One Bar and being guest DJ at Twist and Sky Bar, as well as playing at various events, she has also showcased her talent on various radio stations.
Her love for music and dance shows through her work and enables her to create an atmosphere that draws people in. Coupled with her professionalism and drive, Mz Orstin is a force to be reckoned with in the industry and this has shown through in her numerous nominations at the Ghana DJ Awards shows.
ON STEP INTO THE AM: DOROTHY CORNELIUS –

Building her brand name as Dorothy Cornelius, the 25-year-old is also a Photo Model and an Actress. Her first job as a professional actress is featuring in “Grey Dawn” a movie directed by Shirley Frimpong Manso.
Dorothy had a childhood love for showbiz, particularly in the film circles. In primary school, she participated in Miss Kiddafest, where she chose acting and dancing as her talent to showcase. The YFM Presenter actually started off as a Tv Presenter for Starbuzz GH.
Dorothy’s goal is to be the voice of change in her generation, whilst empowering and teaching girls how to succeed.
And on FRANCOVYBZ: FELY CUTIE –

Felicia Essan, originally from Ivory Coast, is a young yet incredible copywriter for a popular French Website, besides being on radio.
Cutie has got a special enthusiasm for all things media, and is a champion for the Women Empowerment movement.
YFMGhana.com/ROSELYN ASHKAR with additional words from Ella Kuns