Adult Education
This is a major programme of the Department with a focus on assisting adults and the youth population
to access information that helps them cope effectively with daily challenges and empowers them to survive
in the competitive environment of modern times. Adult Education activities are provided through study
groups and mass meetings periodically combined with lectures and discussions. This programme is targeted
at the vulnerable rural and urban poor population. It comprises study group meetings and a Mass Education
Programme. The Department at the District level, forms groups of people with similar interests and links
them up with Development partners that present them with solutions to pertinent problems.
The Mass Education Programme promotes community animation/Public Education, sensitization, and
awareness creation through Communication for Development (C4D) techniques. These include campaigns, mass
meetings, one-day schools, mobile cinema/video shows, group discussions, rallies, drama, puppet shows,
and role plays, as well as the development of audiovisual aids. The focus is to trickle down the Assemblies’
interventions, programs, and policies/bylaws to the citizenry and also enforce social/behavioural change
where necessary using localized initiative and innovation.
Extension Services
The extension service programme of the Department prioritizes fostering collaboration between the Department
and various external agencies to achieve mutual objectives and broaden the impact of its initiatives. This
programme aims to extend the Department’s essential activities and expertise to other Ministries, Departments,
and Agencies (MDAs), Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), and International Specialized Agencies. Through
these partnerships, the Department supports capacity-building, resource sharing, and technical assistance to
enhance service delivery and program effectiveness.
Notable beneficiaries of these collaborative efforts include key organizations such as the Ministry of
Agriculture, the Ghana Health Service, UNICEF, World Vision International, and the National Commission on
Civic Education. These organizations have benefitted significantly from the Department’s support,
contributing to diverse sectors like public health, education, agriculture, and community development. This
approach ensures that the Department’s resources and knowledge reach a broader audience, fostering sustainable
development and social progress.
Youth Skill Transfer
The Youth Skills Training programme is a community-oriented initiative aimed at empowering vulnerable youth
by equipping them with practical skills for self-reliance and employment. It addresses the challenges of
unemployment and poverty by offering both formal and informal training opportunities tailored to the needs
of young individuals. The programme is divided into vocational and technical training, covering a wide range of skills.
In the vocational stream, participants can gain expertise in areas such as hairdressing, where they learn hair
care, styling, and salon management, or dressmaking, which provides skills in sewing, tailoring, and garment design.
Training in needle and craft work encompasses embroidery, knitting, beadwork, and other intricate crafts, while flour
confectionery offers instruction in baking, pastry making, and cake decoration, preparing participants for careers
in the food industry.
On the technical side, the programme focuses on specialized trades. Auto mechanics training teaches vehicle repair
and maintenance, while plumbing skills include installing and repairing water and sewage systems. Electrical
installation training covers wiring, circuit design, and electrical repairs, providing participants with critical
skills for residential and industrial projects. Leatherworks training involves crafting leather goods such as shoes,
bags, and belts, and welding and fabrication teaches metalworking, structural fabrication, and repair. These technical
courses are aimed at preparing youth for employment in high-demand industries or to start their own businesses.
Women and Youth Empowerment Programme
The Women and Youth Empowerment Programme (WYEP) of the Department looks at gender development and the effective
use of human and material resources to improve the quality of life of vulnerable groups especially women and
other disadvantaged people in the communities. It promotes the socio-economic well-being of these people who
are in rural and urban poor areas through activities such as training in income-generating activities, village
savings and loans associations, and home visits.
The Women Empowerment Programme aims to enhance the lives of women by addressing key areas of development.
It seeks to enlighten women with relevant information that can positively impact their lives while also
empowering them financially to improve and sustain their businesses. The programme focuses on increasing
women's knowledge in socio-political matters, enabling them to participate more actively and effectively
in societal decision-making processes. Additionally, it is designed to build the capacity of women by
equipping them with employable skills, thereby improving their ability to earn a sustainable income and
achieve economic independence.
