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The Ghana Anti-Corruption Coalition (GACC), with support from the Hewlett Foundation, has engaged learners of St. Francis D’Assisi R/C Junior High School at Techiman South in the Bono East Region of Ghana in an eye-opening sensitization program as part of this year’s African Union Anti-Corruption Day celebration.
The event, held under the theme “Justice for Africans and People of African Descent Through Reparations,” focused on the power of whistleblowing and the critical role young people play in the fight against corruption.
The event, which was facilitated by the Centre of Posterity Interest Organization (COPIO), was both engaging and impactful. Mr. David, the lead speaker, guided the learners through the causes and forms of corruption and introduced them to the Whistleblower Act and the Witness Protection Act. He explained the importance of speaking up when something is wrong, using social media responsibly, and holding leaders accountable through civic participation.
The learners responded with enthusiasm, asking questions, sharing personal observations, and committing to becoming ambassadors of integrity. In an interview with our reporter, they stated that “I used to think corruption was something only adults dealt with. Now I know that even as students, we can speak up when we see something wrong in our schools or neighbourhoods,” a learner told our reporter.
Another added, “Sometimes we see things that aren’t fair, but we’re afraid to talk. After this program, I feel like I can say something—and that someone will listen.”
Teachers and school administrators hailed the program as timely and transformational. “This has given our learners the courage and clarity to speak up. It’s not just theory, it’s empowerment.
“For many of these learners, this was their first time hearing about the Whistleblower Act. You could see that they were happy to realise that they also have a voice in the fight against corruption,” they said.
The Executive Secretary of the Ghana Anti-Corruption Coalition (GACC), Mrs. Beauty Emefa Narteh, as part of this year’s African Union Anti-Corruption Day celebration, has called for collective action in empowering the youth to take a bold stand against corruption in Ghana.
According to her, empowering young people to resist corruption is essential to building a just, fair, and inclusive society where the benefits of development reach all, not just a privileged few.
“The GACC recognises that empowering the youth to stand against corruption is a critical step toward building a fairer, more inclusive Ghana where development benefits everyone, not just a few. In line with this, the Ghana Anti-Corruption Coalition (GACC) and our partners have committed to implementing a nationwide, youth-focused anti-corruption campaign. It is our collective responsibility to empower our youth to become the generation fully committed to the fight against corruption,” she stated.
Mrs. Beauty Emefa Narteh seized the opportunity to urge stakeholders to support the youth in this critical mission.
“To all actors, parents, teachers, community leaders, religious institutions, media, public agencies, and civil society, we urge you to stand behind the youth. Let us support and protect them as they take a stand for transparency and justice.” She stated
Source: Elvisanokyenews.net
