By Kekeli K. Blamey
Adidome (V/R), Dec. 2, GNA – The National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) in the Central Tongu District, in partnership with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), has scaled up its strategic community outreach on adolescent health, gender equality and the prevention of gender-based violence (GBV) among key identifiable groups across the district.
The intensified sensitisation drive engaged tailors and seamstresses, beauticians, mechanics, and members of the Adidome Unity Ladies Football Club, as part of ongoing efforts to curb the rising concerns of adolescent vulnerability, misinformation, abuse and gender inequality within communities.
Mr George A. K. Amey, District Director of the NCCE, underscored that adolescent girls remained at heightened risk of intersecting social and health challenges due to limited access to factual information and deep-seated harmful norms.
These, he said, continue to expose young girls to early pregnancies, unsafe sexual behaviours and various forms of violence.
He called on community influencers, artisan groups and opinion leaders to take ownership of the initiative and strengthen support systems for adolescents.
“We must work collectively to confront the issues affecting our young girls and ensure that their safety and well-being are prioritised at all levels,” he stated.
Madam Doris Elikplim Wagba, District Programmes Officer of the NCCE, urged adolescent girls to abstain from early sexual activity and seek accurate information from trusted health sources when faced with challenges. She encouraged them to invest in their future through education and personal development.
She highlighted the need for society to uphold gender equality by creating equal opportunities for both males and females to succeed.
Madam Wagba also appealed to the public to desist from all forms of violence and report GBV cases promptly to the appropriate institutions for action.
GNA
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