SENSITIZATION ON GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE AT THE ORIENTATION CEREMONY OF BOSOMTWE GIRLS STEM SCHOOL

Gender-Based Violence refers to harmful acts directed at an individual based on their gender. It is rooted in gender inequality, the abuse of power and harmful norms. Gender–based violence is a serious violation of human rights and a life-threatening health and protection issue. It is estimated that one in three women will experience sexual or physical violence in their lifetime. During displacement and times of crisis, the threat of Gender Based Violence (GBV) significantly increases for women and girls.

DISTRICT PLANNING CO-ORDINATING UNIT MEETING

In fulfilment of Act 936 Section 85 (a) and (b) of the Local Government Act 2016, members of the District Planning Co-ordinating Unit (DPCU) were invited on Thursday, 13th April, 2023 to their first meeting at the District Conference Hall. The meeting discussed Presentation of Departmental Report for 1st quarter, 2023, Submission of Departmental Annual Report (2022) and Other Matters.

A DAY WORKSHOP ON EXPANSION OF GREATER KUMASI METROPOLITAN ASSEMBLY PROJECT ON HOUSEHOLD TOILET FOR THE URBAN POOR.

Officers from Environmental Health Unit of the Bosomtwe District attended a training workshop towards effective implementation of the Greater Kumasi Water and Sanitation project which has been expanded to include eight (8) districts. Fifty (50) officers from four (4) MMDAs participated in the workshop which included Bosomtwe District Assembly, Bekwai Municipal Assembly, Atwima Nwabiagya North District Assembly and Atwima Nwabiagya South Municipal Assembly. The training was organized at Micklin Hotel – Danyame on 15th March, 2023.