CTVET takes school, community sensitization project to Volta Region under MyTVET Campaign

The Commission for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (CTVET) has successfully extended its School and Community Sensitization Project to the Volta Region as part of the nationwide MyTVET Campaign, reaffirming its commitment to transforming public perceptions of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) and positioning skills development as a first-choice pathway for Ghana's youth.

The four-day outreach programme, held from 7th to 10th July, 2026, engaged students, parents, traditional authorities, teachers, community leaders and the media through a series of interactive activities across Ho and surrounding communities.

A major highlight of the programme was a vibrant community durbar at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Junior High School on Thursday, 9th July, 2026, which attracted more than 700 students, together with hundreds of parents, teachers, traditional leaders and other community stakeholders.

The engagement focused on raising awareness of the wide range of educational and career opportunities available through TVET, encouraging young people to consider technical and vocational education as a viable pathway to employment, entrepreneurship and lifelong careers.

Participants were also introduced to the diverse programmes available under Ghana's TVET system, while discussions emphasized the importance of industry-relevant skills in driving economic growth and reducing youth unemployment.

The sensitization programme further promoted gender equality and disability inclusion, encouraging girls to pursue careers in traditionally male-dominated fields such as engineering and ICT, while advocating equal opportunities for persons with disabilities to access quality skills training.

A comprehensive community engagement approach

As part of the outreach, the CTVET team paid courtesy calls on key stakeholders, including education authorities and community leaders, conducted school sensitization sessions, interacted with teachers and students, organized community engagements, and participated in local radio discussions to broaden awareness of TVET opportunities.

The campaign sought to strengthen partnerships between schools, communities and TVET institutions, recognizing that the support of parents, teachers, traditional authorities and local leaders is critical to changing long-held misconceptions about technical and vocational education.

CTVET noted that although significant investments have been made by the Government of Ghana and development partners to improve the quality of TVET, many parents and students still perceive technical education as a second-choice option compared to traditional academic pathways.

The Commission believes changing these perceptions is essential to addressing Ghana's skills gap and preparing young people for the demands of an evolving labour market.

Building on evidence
The Volta Regional engagement builds on evidence from previous sensitization programmes that have demonstrated measurable improvements in public awareness and student interest in TVET.

According to CTVET, earlier outreach initiatives recorded between 50 and 65 percent improvements in community understanding of TVET, while similar sensitization efforts elsewhere have contributed to significant increases in enrolment from feeder schools.

The MyTVET Campaign therefore aims not only to increase awareness but also to inspire more students to choose TVET as a first option for further education and career development.

Expected impact
Through the School and Community Sensitization Project, CTVET expects to increase public understanding of TVET careers, stimulate greater enrolment in technical and vocational institutions, strengthen partnerships between schools and industry, and build stronger parental and community support for skills development.

The initiative also seeks to establish or strengthen TVET clubs in schools, improve career guidance for students, and create sustainable linkages between educational institutions and local communities.

Supporting national development
The School and Community Sensitization Project forms part of CTVET's broader strategy to promote a modern, inclusive and demand-driven TVET system capable of producing a highly skilled workforce for national development.

The initiative aligns with Ghana's Education Strategic Plan (2018–2030) and the TVET Strategic Plan, while contributing to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 5 (Gender Equality) and SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth).

As the MyTVET Campaign continues across the country, CTVET says it remains committed to ensuring that every young Ghanaian understands that technical and vocational education is not a second option, but a respected and rewarding pathway to innovation, entrepreneurship, decent employment and national transformation.