A TWO (2) DAY TRAINING PROGRAMME FOR DISTRICT TECHNICAL TEAMS ON CITIZENS GENERATED DATA

The Ghana Statistical Service (GSS), in collaboration with the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MGCSP) and the Ministry of Sanitation and Water Resources (MSWR) scaled up the Citizens Generated Data pilot project in two thematic areas of Gender-Based Violence and Solid Waste Management. Some members were selected as member of the District Technical Team (DTT), whose mandate is to ensure the implementation and execution of the Citizen-Generated Data scale up project.

PUBLIC EDUCATION AND SENSITIZATION ON THE 3-TIER PENSIONS SCHEME

The Assembly in collaboration with the National Pension Regulatory Authority (NPRA) embarked on a Public Education and Sensitization program on the benefits of joining the 3-Tier pension scheme and other related matters in the Bosomtwe District.

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.