UNITED WAY GHANA FEBRUARY 2025 NEWSLETTER

Table of Contents:

1. United Way Ghana Commence Community Library Project in Kurofa Community in the Ashanti Region, Ghana
2. United Way Ghana Pays Advocacy Visits to Strategic Health and Education Stakeholders in Accra
3. United Way Ghana Strengthens Existing Partnerships, whilst Building New Collaborations in Ashanti Region
4. Vivo Energy Ghana Spreads Love and Kindness at Chosen Women’s Home on Valentine’s Day
5. United Way Ghana was proud to participate at the Season 3 of the Career Development Summit hosted at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Kumasi!
6. United Way Ghana Organizes Graduation Ceremony for Beneficiaries of the Bakery Training Program under the Economic Empowerment Initiative in Amoam Achiase, Kumasi

United Way Ghana Commence Community Library Project in Kurofa Community in the Ashanti Region, Ghana

United Way Ghana is happy to commence the Community Library Project in Kurofa Community in the Ashanti Region, Ghana. The Community Library project, which is being funded by Cummins Ghana, is designed to provide a conducive and safe reading centre for students within the community.

United Way Ghana and Cummins Ghana organized a Key Handover event with the contractor to officially commence the building project. During the event, the contractor was tasked to implement this project timely and to the specified standard.

The Key Handover event was graced by a representative of the Community Head of Kurofa, Nana Teng Amponsah II, Wrenpemhene, who commended Cummins Ghana and United Way Ghana for their commitment to promoting education within the community.

United Way Ghana Pays Advocacy Visits to Strategic Health and Education Stakeholders in Accra 

As part of our strategic plan for 2025, United Way Ghana embarked on a stakeholder visit to the offices of Dr. Akosua Owusu-Sarpong, Regional Director of Health Services, Greater Accra Regional Health Directorate; Dr. Louisa Matey, Municipal Health Director, Accra Metro Health Service; and Mrs. Justine Appau, Director Accra Metropolitan Education District.

These visits were aimed at reinforcing our existing relationships and sharing updates on our upcoming projects designed to drive impactful change in health and education across the country. The United Way Ghana Team was led by our Executive Director, Ms. Faustina Abbey, and also composed of the Impact Lead, Mrs. Grace Braimah-Foli; Communication Coordinator and WASH Lead, Joseph Matthew; and Education Lead, Kwame Benson.

We are grateful for the warm reception and insightful discussions with both institutions. Together, we are committed to building sustainable communities and creating solutions that improve the well-being and future of Ghanaians.

United Way Ghana Strengthens Existing Partnerships, whilst Building New Collaborations in Ashanti Region 

In a view to strengthen our existing partnerships, United Way Ghana visited Engage Now Africa Ghana to introduce our new Project Lead for Economic Empowerment, Faisel Ishak. We look forward to strengthening our collaboration as we work towards sustainable economic opportunities for communities.

Our team also visited Dext Technology Limited, to explore partnership opportunities aimed at enhancing STEM education in the Ashanti Region. Together, we are committed to equipping young minds with the tools and knowledge to thrive in a rapidly evolving world.

At United Way Ghana, we believe that strategic partnerships drive meaningful change. We are excited about the possibilities ahead!

Vivo Energy Ghana Spreads Love and Kindness at Chosen Women’s Home on Valentine’s Day

This Valentine’s Day, Vivo Energy Ghana and United Way Ghana joined hands to spread love and kindness at the Chosen Women Home, Accra. This was part of the Vivo Energy Ghana's Employee Engagement activities, designed to engage and empower vulnerable groups this season of love.

We spent the day with these incredible women, sharing moments of joy, mentoring, and support. The Vivo Energy Ghana employees engaged in the following activities:

✨ Coaching and mentoring session to offer guidance to the survivors;

✨ Bead Crafting Workshop, facilitated by representatives from Engage Now Africa, where employees and survivors created beautiful beadwork together.

✨ Skills Development, through enrollment of survivors in a bead crafting training program, providing them with the necessary tools and materials to start their own bead craft businesses.

Vivo Energy Ghana also made a wholesome donation of food supplies and other important items to support the well-being of the Survivors.

A big thank you to Vivo Energy Ghana who made this possible, and to the amazing women at Chosen Women Home for inspiring us with their strength and resilience.

United Way Ghana was proud to participate at the Season 3 of the Career Development Summit hosted at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Kumasi!

The summit brought together students, professionals, and industry leaders to share insights on career growth, skill development, and the future of work. Our team engaged with young talents, offering guidance on employability skills, personal development, and how to make a meaningful social impact through volunteerism and community service.

At United Way Ghana, we are committed to empowering the next generation with the tools and resources they need to thrive in their careers. Special thanks to the organizers for hosting such an impactful event!

United Way Ghana Organizes Graduation Ceremony for Beneficiaries of the Bakery Training Program under the Economic Empowerment Initiative in Amoam Achiase, Kumasi

We are thrilled to celebrate the incredible graduates of the United Way Ghana Bakery Training Program at Amoam Achiase, Kumasi!

This initiative, implemented under the Economic Empowerment Project, has equipped 19 participants with valuable baking skills to enhance their livelihoods and create sustainable economic opportunities.

The project also facilitated the registration of a cooperative that will support these women in growing the business, and also opened an account in a local bank to foster financial stability.

A huge thank you to our donors and partners Engage Now Africa, who made this program a success. Together, we are empowering individuals, strengthening communities, and building a brighter future!

Congratulations once again!