KNUST Students Empower JHS Students with Career Guidance and Counselling
In a groundbreaking initiative, MSc. Development Management students from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) joined forces with the Ga-East Municipal Education Directorate’s Guidance and Counselling Unit to organize a transformative career guidance and counselling session for Junior High School (JHS) students.
Shaping the Future of Young Minds
The event, held at Atomic Hills Estate Demonstration 1&2 Basic School and Presby Model School, brought together students, teachers, parents, and local authorities to reflect on the importance of career guidance and counselling. The programme’s primary objective was to empower students to make informed decisions about their future careers by understanding their interests, ambitions, abilities, and qualifications.
Expert Insights and Guidance
Madam Sally Mbia-Coleman, Guidance and Counselling Coordinator at Ga-East Municipal Education Directorate, emphasized the significance of choosing a career that aligns with one’s intellectual abilities. She stressed that self-awareness and research are crucial in navigating career choices. Madam Priscilla Akomenyi, Guidance and Counselling Coordinator from Ga Central, also shared valuable insights on identifying personality traits and guiding students toward careers that match their natural strengths.
Inspiring Contributions and Talent Showcase
The event featured an address by the Director of Education, Eric Sey, who advised students to seek career guidance early on. The programme also included a talent showcase, where students displayed their diverse skills, from art to performance. The students’ creative expressions were a testament to the power of career guidance and counselling in unlocking their potential.
A Sustainable Future for the Next Generation
The Career Guidance and Counselling programme was a resounding success, with all stakeholders acknowledging the importance of collaboration in shaping the future of young minds. By empowering students with the knowledge and skills to make informed decisions about their careers, the programme helped plant the seeds for a more informed, confident, and capable group of young individuals ready to step into their futures.
The Team Behind the Initiative
The KNUST students who made this initiative possible were:
- Gbekor Acquah Jonathan
- Appiah Priscilla
- Adu-Afful Rebecca
- Aejays Doris Akweley Affram
- Azuwieh Alimisiwen Angelica
- Baiden Kofi
Their dedication and commitment to empowering the next generation are truly commendable.