WUSC Ghana, No 7 Ato Ahwoi Street, Westland, Accra (2026)

13/08/2026

🎉 WUSC International Seminar 2026: Closing Ceremony 🎉

Yesterday, August 12th, we celebrated the culmination of this year's International Seminar at the Palms By Eagle Hotel in Accra, Ghana!

The ceremony opened with a traditional dance performance followed by the keynote message from H.E. Myriam Montrat, High Commission of Canada to Ghana, Togo and Sierra Leone and a message from Appiah Wiafe Adofo, WUSC Country Director.

The heart of the ceremony was three powerful policy brief presentations, the product of weeks of research into digital skills and youth employment in Ghana by our 24 incredible seminariest:

🔹 Team Demand explored the skills mismatch, jobless growth, and school-to-work transition, showing how Ghana's economic growth hasn't translated into decent jobs, and how a mismatch between skills of recent graduates and industry demand for practical hands-on skills, leaves many graduates without employment.

🔹 Team Access examined how data affordability, digital access, and access to finance shape outcomes, finding that having a phone or internet connection isn't enough. High data costs, limited devices, and barriers to business finance keep many young people from turning digital skills into income.

🔹 Team Inclusion tackled how inequality and exclusion, across geography, gender, and ability, shape who benefits from digital opportunities and who gets left behind, calling for systems that are redesigned for equitable participation rather than placing the burden on individuals.

We were honoured to hear feedback from our partners, GCYE and SE Ghana, before presenting seminarists with their official certificates.

A huge thank you to all our partners, speakers, and the incredible seminarists whose curiosity, humility, and hard work shaped this year's research. This work will continue to inform policy engagement and youth economic empowerment efforts in Ghana. 🙏

We thank Canada’s International Development – Global Affairs Canada for their continued support to World University Service of Canada (WUSC-EUMC) and making possible yet another successful International Seminar!

13/08/2026

Skills. Talent. Opportunity. The WorldSkills Ghana Zonal Competition 2026 is here!
WUSC Ghana is excited to collaborate with the Commission for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (CTVET) to host the 2026 WorldSkills Ghana Zonal Competition!
This is more than a competition. It is a launchpad for the next generation of skilled professionals, creating a platform for talented young people to showcase their expertise, challenge themselves, connect with opportunities, and take their skills to the next level.
Whether your strength is in construction, engineering, manufacturing, ICT, hospitality, automotive, or another technical and vocational field, this could be your moment to step forward and show what you can do.
Have the skills?
Have the passion?
Ready to take your skills to the next level?
Don’t just have the skill. Put it to work. Compete. Grow. Represent.
WUSC and CTVET are proud to support a platform where skills meet opportunity and talent meets the future.
Your skill could take you further than you imagine.

11/08/2026

AND THAT’S A WRAP! | EMPLOY COHORT 1 ORIENTATION CONCLUDES
The journey has come full circle!
The EMPLOY Project has officially wrapped up the orientation of its first cohort of selected young women, with the Eastern and Greater Accra Regions bringing the Cohort 1 orientation journey to a close.
Across the regions, the orientations have been designed to prepare these young women for the next stage of their journey: acquiring demand-driven, market-relevant skills that can open pathways to employment, entrepreneurship and greater economic opportunities, particularly in non-traditional and high-growth sectors.
Nevertheless, EMPLOY is not only about the skills they will acquire. It is also about equipping young women to understand their value, navigate the world of work and make informed decisions about their futures.
Through Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) sessions, participants explored issues around gender, inclusion, confidence and the importance of challenging stereotypes that can limit women’s participation in traditionally male-dominated sectors.
The Career Guidance and Counselling sessions further helped participants connect their interests and abilities to career possibilities, understand workplace expectations, and begin thinking strategically about the pathways that can take them from training to meaningful economic opportunities.
From one region to another, we have seen young women step forward with curiosity, ambition and determination. Now, with orientation complete, the real journey begins.
Cohort 1 is ready. The skills journey starts now!
EMPLOY Her – INVEST in Her Future.
She has the skill. Give her a chance. She can do it.

01/08/2026

📍 Accra, Ghana | WUSC International Seminar 2026
This week, our seminarists hit the ground running on their research into "Powering Digital Futures for Young People in Ghana"!

They held key informant interviews with two of our project partners, Social Enterprise Ghana and Chamber of Young Entrepreneurs (GCYE), gaining first-hand insight into youth digital skills, employment, and entrepreneurship on the ground.

The team also completed field visits with 10 stakeholders shaping Ghana's youth and digital economy, including: 🔹Government Ministries 🔹 Government Agencies🔹Private Sector 🔹 Secondary and Tertiary Institutions.

These conversations are helping seminarists map the systems at play, from skills mismatches and access to finance to inclusion and equity, as they work toward policy briefs and recommendations to support youth employment across Ghana.

Thank you to all our partners and stakeholders for generously sharing your time and expertise! 🙏

And a huge thanks to Canada’s International Development – Global Affairs Canada for making this entire seminar possible.

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29/07/2026

EMPLOY Orientation Update | Western Region
From 20th to 23rd July, the EMPLOY team engaged selected trainees in the Western Region through orientation sessions held for participants who will be trained at WISLAW Education Consult in Tarkwa and Takoradi Technical Institute in Takoradi.
The orientation introduced participants to the EMPLOY Scholarship Program, equipping them with the knowledge, confidence, and support they need as they embark on their training journey in high-growth and non-traditional trades.
Participants also benefited from insightful sessions on Career Guidance and Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI), which successfully prepared them for the exciting journey ahead. These sessions empowered the young women to make informed career decisions, understand the importance of inclusive workplaces, and build the confidence and resilience needed to thrive in their chosen fields.
Funded by Global Affairs Canada (GAC) and implemented by WUSC (World University Service of Canada), the EMPLOY Project is committed to creating pathways for young women to access quality skills training and meaningful employment opportunities.
Together with our dedicated training partners, we are excited about what lies ahead for these determined young women. Their decision to pursue careers in high-growth and non-traditional trades is not only shaping their futures but also contributing to a more inclusive and skilled workforce for Ghana.
The journey has begun, and we look forward to celebrating every achievement along the way!

22/07/2026

Today was the official opening of the 80th World University Service of Canada (WUSC-EUMC) International Seminar "Powering Digital Futures for Young People in Ghana"! 🇬🇭🇨🇦
Held at the Lou Ralph Hotel, Accra, the ceremony brought together IGNI+E partners, WUSC Staff, IS alumni, and this year's 24 seminarists for a morning of celebration and reflection on 75+ years of WUSC's flagship program, with support from Canada’s International Development – Global Affairs Canada.

Some highlights from the day included:

-🥁 Traditional dance performances that set the tone for a truly Ghanaian welcome 🎤
- A welcome address from WUSC Country Director Appiah Wiafe- Adofo .
- An overview of the 80th International Seminar and what to look forward to this year from Senior Program Officer Yanick Daoust 🧠
- 🎙️ A panel discussion with former and current seminarists: Olga Phionah Niyitegeka & Kwaku Safori Anim (2023), and Eunice Mawulorm Gakpetor & Jeremy Zhang (2026) sharing what this program has meant for their growth as young leaders.
- 🔥 A fireside chat moderated by the IGNI+E Program Manager Awudu Zakaria with Isaac Quansah- Social Enterprise Ghana and Sherif Ghali- CEO, Ghana Chamber of Young Entrepreneurs) on building Ghana's youth entrepreneurship ecosystem.

Badijigra Mary Mahami of the WUSC Youth Advisory Council served as the Master of Ceremonies, expertly guiding the day's program.

With the opening day behind them, our 24 seminarists,12 from Canada and 12 from Ghana are ready to get to work using systems thinking to tackle youth unemployment and contribute to unlocking digital opportunities across Ghana. 💻🚀

+E - Canada’s International Development – Global Affairs Canada, World University Service of Canada (WUSC-EUMC)

21/07/2026

Big day in Ghana! 🇬🇭 World University Service of Canada (WUSC-EUMC) 2026 International Seminar is Live in Ghana!
The 80th cohort of the International Seminar has officially begun their In-Country Orientation! 24 young leaders- 12 young Canadians arrived on July 19th and 12 young Ghanaians also joining in will be spending today learning what it means to live, work, and lead responsibly in Ghana: covering everything from the socio-economic landscape and a crash course in Twi, to sessions on power, privilege, and managing expectations.

This milestone Seminar celebrates over 75 years of WUSC connecting youth to co-create solutions for a more equitable world. This year's theme, "Powering Digital Futures for Young People in Ghana," tackles a 22.5% youth unemployment rate head-on with participants using a systems-thinking approach under our IGNI+E initiative to produce three policy briefs on digital skills, employment, and entrepreneurship.

IGNI+E partners also enjoyed an in-depth Systems Thinking training that was facilitated by Prof. Elinor Bray-Collins PhD from Humber College, Toronto Canada.

Stay tuned as this cohort gets to work! 💻🌍

Canada’s International Development – Global Affairs Canada World University Service of Canada (WUSC-EUMC)

19/07/2026

Kumasi Wraps Up, EMPLOY Journey Continues!
On Friday, 18 July, we proudly concluded the orientation for the first cohort of selected 115 EMPLOY participants in Kumasi, marking the beginning of an exciting path toward skills development, confidence building, and economic empowerment.
Throughout the orientation, participants were equipped with knowledge that goes beyond technical skills.
Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI), facilitated by Ms. Millicent Okai-Gyekye, EMPLOY Project GESI Advisor, challenged participants to break stereotypes, embrace diversity, and understand the importance of creating inclusive workplaces. As these young women prepare to enter non-traditional and high-growth trades such as welding, electrical installation, and automotive technology, the session reinforced that talent has no gender and that every woman deserves equal opportunities to thrive and lead.
The Career Guidance Session, led by certified Career Guidance expert Mr. Emile Kofi Bosiako Ofori, inspired participants to look beyond training and begin planning purposeful careers. They gained practical insights into setting career goals, developing professional attitudes, making informed decisions, and positioning themselves for long-term success in the world of work.
These sessions have laid a strong foundation for the technical training ahead, empowering participants with the confidence, mindset, and resilience needed to excel in industries where women continue to redefine possibilities.
Congratulations to every participant for your enthusiasm, commitment, and willingness to embrace new opportunities. Your journey is only just beginning, and we cannot wait to celebrate your growth every step of the way.
Kumasi orientation officially ends but the EMPLOY journey continues.
Follow our journey. Share our story. Champion the change.

18/07/2026

KUMASI ORIENTATION! The EMPLOY Skills Training journey has officially begun!

After weeks of engaging communities, meeting stakeholders, and introducing the EMPLOY Project across our target regions, we're excited to share that our first cohort of selected participants is now undergoing orientation in Kumasi ahead of their technical training.

These young women are preparing to build careers in non-traditional and high-growth sectors including:
Electrical Installation, Welding & Fabrication, and Automotive & Electric Vehicle Repairs.

We're proud to partner with outstanding TVET institutions including University of Skills Training and Entreprenuerial Development -USTED, Suame Technical Institute, Adonai Technical Institute, and Anointed Technical Institute, who are ready to equip participants with the practical skills needed to succeed.

Funded by the Global Affairs Canada (GAC) and implemented by WUSC (World University Service of Canada), the five-year EMPLOY Project is creating pathways for young women to access skills, opportunities, and decent employment in industries where they have traditionally been underrepresented.

Orientation is more than an introduction. It is the foundation for building confidence, resilience, workplace readiness, and the mindset needed to thrive in these exciting careers.

To our incredible participants: Congratulations on taking this bold first step! We wish you every success as you begin this life-changing journey.

This is only the beginning, and we'll be bringing you along every step of the way. Stay tuned as we share inspiring stories, milestones, and achievements from orientation through to graduation and beyond.

The future is being built today, and these young women are helping shape it.

17/07/2026

🌍 When young people gain the right skills, they don’t just build careers—they transform communities and shape the future.

This , we’re celebrating young people in who are redefining what’s possible in agriculture. Through innovation, entrepreneurship, and leadership, they’re turning agriculture into a pathway to meaningful work, sustainable livelihoods, and economic growth.

Together with the Mastercard Foundation and Social Enterprise Ghana, we’re helping young women, men, and persons with disabilities build the skills, experience, and opportunities they need to thrive.

📈 The Impact So Far:
🌱 Over 33,000 young people have gained market-ready agribusiness and entrepreneurship skills.
💼 Over 18,400 have successfully transitioned into employment or sustainable livelihoods.

🎥 Meet Gifty and Regina, and hear how access to the right skills and opportunities is helping them build brighter futures—for themselves, their communities, and the future of agriculture in Ghana.

👉 Read more: https://wusc.ca/news-item/unleashing-the-potential-of-agriculture-for-young-people-in-ghana-introducing-the-activate-project/

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