The Second National Catholic Education Forum in Ghana concluded with a call to enhance Catholic identity in educational institutions. Recommendations included collaboration among various stakeholders and the development of a five-year strategic framework for Catholic education. The forum emphasized the importance of joint efforts to improve educational delivery while preserving Catholic values.
The Second National Catholic Education Forum in Ghana concluded with an urgent call to enhance the Catholic identity within educational institutions across the nation. Held from March 10 to 15, the forum focused on the theme, “Catholic Education for Integral Development: Shaping a Resilient and Inclusive Ghana,” and was hosted by the Catholic Diocese of Koforidua.
In a message delivered by the President of the Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference (GCBC), participants emphasized that effective education necessitates a collaborative approach. This partnership, with clearly defined roles, is imperative for advancing educational delivery in Ghana.
Bishop Matthew Kwasi Gyamfi of the Catholic Diocese of Sunyani articulated several recommendations, urging collaboration with key stakeholders, including the Christian Council of Ghana and the National Chief Imam’s Office, to amend the draft Memorandum of Understanding on the management of Mission schools. His proposal aims to ensure government endorsement for effective implementation in the coming academic year, 2025/2026.
Furthermore, Bishop Gyamfi suggested the establishment of a committee by the GCBC to develop a comprehensive five-year strategic framework for Catholic Education, aimed for completion by July 2025. He reiterated the necessity to bolster the Catholic identity in schools through the instruction of Catholic doctrines, construction of chapels, and the appointment of chaplains.
The Second National Catholic Education Forum has highlighted the essential role of strengthening Catholic identity in educational institutions within Ghana. Moving forward, collaborative efforts among various religious bodies, along with strategic planning, are pivotal to ensuring a resilient and inclusive education system that honors Catholic values.
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