By Michael Foli Jackidy
Dorfor (V/R), June 19, GNA – Mr. James Gunu, the Volta Regional Minister, has urged beneficiaries of the Girls-in-ICT programme to remain focused, determined, and take full advantage of the opportunity being offered to them.
Speaking during a visit to the training centre at Dorfor Senior High School in the North Tongu District, where 23 promising young girls are currently undergoing intensive ICT training, Mr. Gunu described their participation as both inspiring and critical to bridging the digital gender gap.
“It is heartening to see your enthusiasm and determination to embrace digital technology. These skills are not just for school; they are tools to build your future, to innovate, and to lead,” he said.
The Minister noted that the government was committed to supporting initiatives like the Girls-in-ICT programme as part of a broader strategy to promote inclusive and equitable access to technology across the region.
He emphasised that empowering girls through digital literacy was not only an investment in their individual futures but a powerful tool for socio-economic transformation.
“This is the kind of intervention that builds confidence, nurtures leadership, and opens doors to careers in science, technology, and innovation. I urge you all to take it seriously,” he added.
Mr. Gunu was accompanied by Madam Victoria Amefadzi Doe, the District Chief Executive of North Tongu.
The delegation interacted with the girls and their facilitators, Philip Kpatakpa and Evelyn Doe, encouraging them to sustain their momentum and remain committed to the training.
Madam Victoria Doe praised the initiative, noting its role in providing a platform for young girls to dream beyond traditional limitations.
She urged parents, educators, and community leaders to continue supporting female students in science and technology.
The Girls-in-ICT programme, spearheaded by the Ministry of Communications, Digital Technology and Innovation, aims to equip girls with ICT skills, boost their confidence, and inspire them to pursue careers in technology.
The initiative also seeks to address the gender imbalance in STEM fields by nurturing interest and competence from a young age.
The current training phase in North Tongu is part of a regional rollout, which will see hundreds of girls trained across the Volta Region in coding, robotics, cybersecurity, and digital problem-solving.
The facilitators expressed appreciation for the support from the Regional Coordinating Council and pledged to ensure the girls receive quality, hands-on training that would empower them beyond the classroom.
GNA
Edited by: Maxwell Awumah/Kenneth Odeng Adade