Who They Are:

School dropouts in Ghana are children and adolescents who have discontinued their education prematurely, often due to factors such as poverty, lack of access to quality education, family responsibilities, early marriage, or societal pressures. This group includes both boys and girls from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds.

Where They Are:

School dropouts can be found across various regions of Ghana, including both urban and rural areas. They are often concentrated in communities facing economic challenges, where educational opportunities are limited, and poverty rates are high.

How we reach and support them

Community Engagement

Work closely with local communities, schools, and education authorities to identify school dropouts and understand the underlying reasons for their disengagement from education.

Family Support

Provide counseling and guidance to parents and caregivers to encourage them to prioritize their children's education and create a supportive environment at home.

Alternative Educative Programs

Offer non-formal education programs, remedial classes, and skills training workshops to reintegrate school dropouts back into the education system and equip them with relevant skills for future employment.

Livelihood Support

Provide vocational training, entrepreneurship programs, and job placement services to empower school dropouts economically and reduce their vulnerability to poverty.

Peer Mentorship

Establish peer support groups and mentorship programs where former school dropouts can mentor and support their peers, sharing experiences and providing encouragement to stay engaged in education or pursue alternative pathways.

How we offer them support

Educational Support

Remedial classes, literacy programs, and access to educational resources to help school dropouts catch up on missed learning and continue their education.

Vocational Training

Skills development programs in trades such as carpentry, tailoring, agriculture, and hospitality to equip school dropouts with practical skills for employment and income generation.

Career Counselling

Guidance and counseling services to help school dropouts explore career options, set goals, and develop a plan for their future.

Financial Assistance

Scholarships, fee waivers, and financial support to alleviate the financial burden of returning to school or participating in vocational training programs.

Social Support

Psychosocial counseling, peer support groups, and mentorship programs to address emotional and psychological challenges and build resilience among school dropouts.

Short-Term: Immediate interventions such as counseling, educational assessments, and enrollment in alternative education programs to address the immediate needs of school dropouts and prevent further disengagement from education.

Long-Term: Sustainable interventions including educational reforms, vocational training infrastructure development, and advocacy for policies that address the root causes of school dropout to create lasting impact and empower individuals to build a better future for themselves and their communities.