11/08/2026
NCCE-Keta Engages Apprentices at Dzelukope on Adolescent Health and GBV Prevention
The National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE-Keta), through the Adolescent Girls Programme (AGP), has intensified its civic engagement activities to improve adolescent health, promote gender equality, and prevent gender-based violence (GBV) in communities.
As part of the initiative, Ms. Agartha Fiakofi, Senior Civic Education Officer (SCEO), engaged members of the Abutiakope Cooperative apprentices and God’s Love Fashion at Dzelukope on Monday, August 10, 2026.
The engagement, funded by Global Affairs Canada and implemented by the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), was part of NCCE-Keta’s efforts to strengthen community awareness and empower adolescent girls, boys, and community members to promote adolescent health, gender equality, and the prevention of GBV through sustained civic engagement.
Ms. Fiakofi led an interactive discussion on Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (ASRHR), encouraging participants to seek accurate information and make responsible decisions concerning their health and well-being. She emphasised that adolescents have the right to appropriate health information and services and should be able to access them without fear, stigma or discrimination.
The engagement also focused on preventing, recognising and reporting gender-based violence. Participants were educated on different forms of GBV and encouraged to speak up and report cases through appropriate channels rather than remaining silent.
Another important area of discussion was debunking myths surrounding contraceptives and family planning services. Ms. Fiakofi encouraged participants to obtain information from qualified health professionals and avoid relying on misconceptions that could negatively affect their health choices.
The session further sought to break the silence around sexual and reproductive health by creating an open and respectful environment where young people can ask questions, express concerns, and seek guidance without embarrassment or fear of judgment.
Participants were also sensitised on how and where to access youth-friendly sexual and reproductive health services, with emphasis on the importance of seeking timely and reliable professional support.
The interactive engagement allowed the apprentices to share their experiences, ask questions and reflect on their responsibilities in promoting respectful relationships, gender equality and violence-free communities.
NCCE-Keta continues to use civic education as a tool to equip young people and community members with the knowledge and confidence needed to protect their rights, make informed choices and become active agents of positive change in their communities.
