United Way Ghana

United Way Ghana organized an orientation for members of the Vivo Energy Ghana Green4Clean Environment Club at the La Enobal Basic School and Labone Presby A&B Schools. This environmental club, which was established following the launch of the environmental sustainability project within the schools, will provide students with the opportunity to learn about sustainable energy sources and acquire skills on solar, wind and other renewable energy technologies.  Join us as we embark on a journey with the students of La Enobal Basic School and Labone Presby A&B Schools as we engage in impactful projects, and become ambassadors for a greener sustainable future. #UnitedWayGhana #BuildingResilientCommunities #EnvironmentClub #sdg13climateaction #FutureLeaders

Final Call for Registration! 🚨 Are you a youth aged 18 – 30 year? Do you reside in Accra or Kumasi? Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of the United Way Ghana Youth Empowerment Program! This is your last opportunity to register and join us for an incredible journey of growth, learning, and empowerment. Whether you’re looking to develop new skills, gain valuable insights, or connect with inspiring mentors, this program has it all! Registration closes on 16th July 2024. To register, click the link http://bit.ly/UWGYEP Only selected applicants will be contacted. Don’t miss out! #UnitedWayGhana #YouthEmpowerment #BuildingResilientCommunities #FutureLeaders #FinalCall #RegisterNow #YouthEmpowermentProgram

“Fun is just another word for learning.” – Raph Koster We’re thrilled to share highlights from the second week of our literacy engagement program at Achiase Basic School. Our amazing volunteers brought their energy and creativity, making learning an absolute blast for the students. 📚✨ We are happy to see the faces of these students light up with joy as they participated in various interactive literacy and numeracy activities, that is kindling their love for reading and learning. The smiles and laughter were truly heartwarming! 😊❤️ A huge shoutout to our dedicated volunteers for their incredible efforts and to the students for their enthusiasm and eagerness to learn. Together, we’re building a resilient community of learners, one learner at a time! 📖🌍🚀 #UnitedWayGhana #IBE #LiteracyEngagement #buildingresilientcommunities #educationforall #sdg4qualityeducation #readingisfun

We partnered with HBCU Africa Education Coalition Corp to coach and inspire the brilliant students at Accra Wesley Girls’ School. This partnership aimed to empower young women with the skills, knowledge, and opportunities they need to thrive. During HBCU’s All Service Day on 12 June, we visited La Enobal School and Labone Presby A&B School for a day of fun and learning, as we engaged the students in some exciting reading and storytelling sessions and introduced them to fun new games. Together, we’re improving the quality of education and creating pathways for future leaders, as we celebrate and support the bright futures of these incredible students! 🌟🙌 #UnitedWayGhana #HBCUAfrica #BuildingResilientCommunities #sdg4qualityeducation #FutureLeaders

👐🌍 African Proverb Wisdom 🌍👐 “Abɔfra hunu ne nsa hohoro a ɔne mpanyinfoɔ didi” - Akan Proverb “When a child learns how to wash his hands, he eats with adults.” This beautiful proverb reminds us that good hygiene and cleanliness are the first steps to achieving great things. Whether you’re young or old, washing your hands is a simple yet essential habit that opens doors to better health and opportunities. At United Way Ghana, we’ve committed to working with partners such as Prudential Life Insurance Ghana, Vivo Energy Ghana, TotalEnergies Ghana, Standard Chartered Ghana to promote the culture of hand hygiene, proper menstrual health, and environmental sanitation in target communities, especially with our children. Together, we can build happier, healthier, and more resilient communities! 🧼✨ #UnitedWeWin #BuildingResilientCommunities #WASH #Handwashing #CleanHands #HealthyLiving #AfricanProverb

🔥🍞 HSE Training for Beneficiaries of the Economic Empowerment project in Achiase! 🍞🔥 We're excited to share that the beneficiaries of our economic empowerment project in Achiase (Achiase Bakery) recently underwent comprehensive training on Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) conducted by the dedicated personnel of the Ghana National Fire Service Asokore Mampong Fire Station 🚒 This essential training equips our beneficiaries with vital knowledge and skills to ensure a safe and healthy working environment. Key topics covered included fire prevention, emergency response, and best safety practices. Highlights of the Training: - Interactive fire safety demonstrations - Hands-on emergency response exercises - Practical tips for maintaining a safe bakery environment - Q&A session with Ghana Fire Service experts We are proud of our team for their commitment to safety and continuous improvement. Together, we're baking a safer and brighter future! 🍞🌟 #UnitedWeWin #LiveUnitedWorkUnited #BuildingResilientCommunities #AchiaseBakery #HSETraining #GhanaFireService #UWG

United Way Ghana organized an orientation for members of the PwC Ghana Environment Club at the Association Community School and La Yahoushua Primary School. This environmental club, which was established following the launch of the tree planting and waste management project within the cluster of schools, will provide students with the opportunity to learn about environmental issues, engage in impactful projects, and become ambassadors for a greener future. Join us as we embark on a journey with the students of Association Community School and La Yahoushua Primary School to promote environmental awareness and sustainability. #UnitedWayGhana #BuildingResilientCommunities #EnvironmentClub #KandaSchools

🎉📚 Wishing All BECE Candidates Success! 📚🎉 As you step into this crucial phase of your academic journey, we want to wish every BECE candidate the very best of luck in your examinations! You’ve prepared, worked hard, and now it’s time to shine. Remember to stay calm, stay focused, and believe in yourself. We’re rooting for you! 🌟💪 #UnitedWayGhana #sdg4qualityeducation #BECE2024 #ExamSuccess #BelieveInYourself #FutureLeaders

📚✨ Exciting News! ✨📚 United Way Ghana volunteers had an amazing first literacy engagement at Achiase Basic School! It was a day filled with joy, learning, and inspiration as we introduced young minds to the wonders of reading and writing, on our Improving Basic Education project in the school. 🌟 Our dedicated volunteers spent the day engaging with students through interactive reading sessions, fun storytelling, and creative writing activities. The enthusiasm and curiosity of the children were truly heartwarming! 📝 Literacy is the foundation of all learning, and we are committed to nurturing these skills in our communities. This is just the beginning of our journey to empowering every child in the Amoam Achiase community with the gift of literacy. Thank you to all the volunteers and supporters who made this day possible. Together, we will continue to build resilient communities and foster a brighter future for the children of Achiase Basic School. #UnitedWayGhana #LiteracyEngagement #ImprovingBasicEducation #EducationForAll #VolunteerWork #BuildingResilientCommunities #sdg4qualityeducation

This week, United Way Ghana organized the Facilitators training for 12 Teachers from La Enobal Basic School and La Presby Primary A&B, on the Vivo Renewable Energy Project funded by Vivo Energy Ghana. The Facilitators, 3 each from La Presby Primary A&B Schools and 6 from La Enobal Basic School, were trained on the Renewable Energy and Energy Conservation Learning Modules by Trainers from Academic City University College. This first phase of the training which focus on solar power, will be followed by future trainings on Wind and Biogas in the next phase of trainings. Under the theme “Building a Sustainable Future”, the project seeks to provide hands-on experience for teachers and students to learn about solar, wind, and other renewable energy technologies through workshops, projects, and field trips. The Vivo Energy Ghana and United Way Ghana partnership demonstrates a commitment to raise awareness on environmental challenges and promote the importance of adopting sustainable energy practices within schools and the community at large. #VivoEnergyGhana #UnitedWayGhana #BuildingResilientCommunities #UnitedWeWin #sdg7 #RenewableEnergy