Volunteerism / Children Assemblies Project

Project Title:
Social Accountability and Inclusion through Children Assemblies

Implementing Organization:
SDD Ghana

Implementing Partner:
Star – Ghana Foundation

Project Location:
Tolon District, Northern Region, Ghana

Project Focus:
Youth participation, local governance awareness, social accountability, civic engagement, and volunteerism.

About the Program

The project addresses limited youth engagement and awareness of local governance structures. Many young people have limited understanding of the Local Governance Act, 2016 (Act 936) and local governance processes, which contributes to their underrepresentation in local decision-making and community development.

The initiative shifts attention toward grassroots-level engagement, particularly through District Assemblies and Unit Committees. It seeks to give young people a practical understanding of how local governance works and create opportunities for them to participate meaningfully in community development.

What the Program Does

Through the establishment of Children Assemblies, the project provides young people with practical exposure to local governance structures and functions. Participants engage in activities that simulate assembly proceedings while learning about the Local Governance Act and social accountability.

Main Objective

The overall objective is to empower youth in the Tolon District of the Northern Region by increasing their awareness and understanding of local governance structures, particularly the Local Governance Act, 2016 (Act 936), and encouraging their active participation in community development processes by May 2025.

Volunteerism

The project also promotes volunteerism and civic-mindedness, encouraging citizens to freely contribute their time and intellectual resources to serve and improve their communities.