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MTN Ghana Foundation Sensitizes New Asafo Basic School on Gender-Based Violence

MTN Ghana Foundation empowers students at New Asafo Basic School with awareness on gender-based violence and promotes digital learning through ICT donations

Story Highlights
  • MTN Foundation educates New Asafo Basic School students on gender-based violence during the 16 Days of Activism campaign
  • Students engaged in a debate on educational equality, with the girls’ team winning
  • Foundation donates ICT equipment, including tablets, to enhance the school’s digital learning resources

MTN Ghana Foundation has launched its 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign at New Asafo Basic and Junior High School in Kumasi.

The event aimed to sensitize students on the issue of gender-based violence, particularly against females.

George Kyei Frimpong, Education Portfolio Advisor for MTN Foundation, urged students to create a respectful environment and treat each other with dignity.

He also highlighted the growing challenge of cyberbullying and digital violence, especially against females.

The students participated in a debate competition, discussing whether teaching boys and girls the same content can prevent violence.

The girls’ team won the debate, arguing that educational equality fosters mutual respect and understanding.

The MTN Foundation donated ICT equipment, including tablets, to support the school’s computer lab and promote digital learning.

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