Adansi Development Association, Rotary Club of Accra Kanda empower over 500 women with vocational skills

The Adansi Development Association, in partnership with the Rotary Club of Accra Kanda, has trained more than 500 women across five towns in the Adansi enclave with vocational skills to promote self-sufficiency.

The four-day free training program was held in Kwame Adukrom, near New Edubiase, Akrofuom, Dompoase, Bodwesango, and Kwapia. Participants were trained in the production of essential items such as washing powder, liquid soap, bleach, antiseptic, brown sugar, fascinators, and coded slippers.

Madam Henrietta Oppong, President of the Adansi Development Association, explained that the initiative aimed to alleviate poverty by equipping women and youth with practical skills that could enable them to become entrepreneurs, thus helping to reduce unemployment in the region.

“These income-generating activities create opportunities for youth and women, allowing them to achieve economic independence,” Madam Oppong said, expressing hope that beneficiaries would put their newly acquired knowledge to good use.

She emphasized that the association is committed to organizing annual programs that empower communities in Adansi. "As natives of Adansi, we have been mobilizing resources to support various initiatives in our communities. Last year, we organized a free health screening which was hugely successful, motivating us to return with this vocational training," she added.

Madam Oppong also appealed to all Adansi indigenes worldwide to join the association in contributing to the region's development.

Monitoring Impact
To ensure the effectiveness of the training, Madam Oppong announced that a monitoring team would be sent to assess how the beneficiaries are applying their skills. "This will help us determine the impact of the training and inform future programs," she said.

She also expressed the association’s gratitude to the program’s sponsors—Liquid Lye Ltd, Hentina Limited, Nimabrok Ltd, and Sama Foundation—for their support.

Rotary Club’s Commitment
Rotarian Samuel Nissi Odame of the Rotary Club of Accra Kanda highlighted the importance of the project, stating that it aligned with the club's mission of making a positive impact in communities. He commended the participants for their dedication and willingness to learn.

Economic Independence for Women
Francisca Osei Tutu, a beneficiary of the training at Akrofuom, praised the organizers for the initiative and encouraged other women to take advantage of such programs to develop their skills and gain economic independence.

"Women play a significant role in managing a household, and it’s important that we are also engaged in economic activities to support our families," she said, urging her fellow women to embrace opportunities for vocational training.

The Way Forward
Azariah Martey Korley, one of the facilitators, lauded the enthusiasm of the participants and stressed that vocational skills are crucial for building a self-sustaining economy. He called on the government to invest more in skills acquisition and entrepreneurial development.

Meanwhile, Mr. Michael Thompson, CEO of LiquidLye Ltd, expressed his excitement at the project's success and emphasized the importance of safety measures when handling chemicals. He also introduced the company’s local agents to ensure continued support in the communities.

This vocational skills initiative marks another significant step towards empowering women and youth in the Adansi area, with the goal of fostering sustainable economic growth and self-reliance.