By Samuel Ackon
Gyankobo (C/R), Oct.31, GNA- The District Information Centres Association (DICA), at Twifo-Hemang-Lower- Denkyira has celebrated its maiden anniversary with a joyous occasion that brought together, members, stakeholders, and well-wishers.
The anniversary was on the theme: “Providing quality information, the role of stakeholders.”
Mr Joseph Asante, Chairperson of DICA said the association which had successfully connected about 53 information centres within the district, was very robust.
The information centres, he noted, provided vital services to marginalised communities as they gave accurate and timely information on government services, policies, and programmes to the public.
They also create civic awareness, offer education, and facilitate access to social services, healthcare, and economic opportunities.
Mr Asante urged members to continue to be innovative, share best practices and collaborate with stakeholders for accurate information.
On challenges, he pointed out that, limited resources, infrastructure constraints, information overload, data quality and accuracy, accessibility barriers, sustainability and funding were some hindrances affecting members.
Mrs Alberta Eshun, District Director of Information, of the Information Services Department at Twifo-Hemang- Lower-Denkyira commended the chairperson of DICA for his efforts in gathering all information centres under one umbrella.
She told the members to ensure that information was readily available to all regardless of location, verify information to maintain credibility and trust, and tailor information to meet local needs and interests.
Mrs Eshun admonished them to invest in capacity-building for them to be abreast with current trends.
GNA