Ghana Scholars Abroad advocates use of mentorship in driving STEM education among SHS students

Ghana Scholars Abroad, a non-governmental organization based in the diaspora, is advocating the use of mentors to promote Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education among Senior High School (SHS) students in Ghana.

The organization believes that mentoring is a powerful tool in guiding students toward successful careers.

On Tuesday, July 30, 2024, the group conducted a sensitization program at Wesley Girls Senior High School in Kumasi, benefiting hundreds of students through their mentorship program. During the event, students were also educated on how to carefully apply for scholarships abroad and gain admission to international universities to study various programs.

Ghana Scholars Abroad is currently touring several Senior High Schools in the Ashanti Region, hosting career guidance forums for final-year students. The schools targeted for mentorship this year include Prempeh College, Agogo State College, Collins Senior High School, Opoku Ware Senior High School, Yaa Asantewaa Girls School, Kumasi Girls Senior High School, and Wesley Girls Senior High School in Kumasi.

Dr. Maame Serwaah Adubofour, a lead member of the organization, emphasized the necessity of the program, noting that many Ghanaian students lack critical information for making informed career choices. "Information for students about choosing a career is not readily accessible in the country. We know they are at a stage where they are about to make major decisions in their lives, so we are making ourselves available to help minimize potential mistakes," she explained.

Dr. Adubofour further noted, "At this age, many of them are teenagers, very young, and without guidance, they may be tempted to follow their peers. Whatever their classmates choose, they might also choose. We are here to equip, empower, and open their eyes to the possibilities out there."

Country Representative Peter Sarfo, speaking during a session at Wesley Girls SHS in Kumasi, explained that the organization plans to expand its reach to other schools in the coming years. "We are here to speak to young ladies about career opportunities. This is not the first place we have visited; we are engaging with many of these final-year students. In the future, we hope to extend this engagement to Junior High Schools," Sarfo stated.