Deputy Minister for Education, Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, recently represented Ghana at a high-level dialogue at UNESCO, showcasing the country’s advancements in educational transformation.
The event, held at the UNESCO Headquarters in Paris and attended by global education leaders and policymakers, provided a platform for Mr Fordjour to highlight Ghana’s innovative approaches and achievements in improving its education system.
During the UNESCO High-Level Dialogue, Mr Fordjour emphasized Ghana’s dedication to enhancing access to quality education for all. He outlined key initiatives and reforms that have been implemented to address challenges and foster positive changes in the education sector. These initiatives include improvements in infrastructure, curriculum development, teacher training, and the adoption of technology to support learning outcomes.
The Assin South lawmaker also underscored Ghana’s progress in increasing enrollment rates and improving educational outcomes at various levels. He pointed out specific programs aimed at promoting inclusive education and reducing disparities, especially in underserved communities and among vulnerable populations.
The dialogue provided an opportunity for Mr Fordjour to exchange ideas and best practices with international counterparts. He highlighted collaborative efforts between Ghana and UNESCO in advancing global education agendas, including sustainable development goals related to education, equity, and lifelong learning.
Mr Fordjour also shared the success of Ghana’s innovative financing approach, GALOP, and the digital learning transformation in schools. GALOP, a results-based intervention supported by the World Bank, GPE, and FCDO UK, has transformed learning outcomes in 10,579 basic schools across Ghana. Additionally, the Ghana Education Outcomes Fund has reintegrated 17,000 out-of-school children into the education system within the first year.
Digital learning content and platforms such as Learning Passport, MineCraft, iBox, and iCampus have been deployed into schools by CENDLOS to ensure 21st-century learning is accessible digitally for free. Overall, the dialogue at UNESCO highlighted Ghana’s commitment to innovative education policies and its collaboration with international partners to achieve global education goals.
