The Ghana Anti-Corruption Coalition (GACC) has organized a training advocacy program in Nsawkaw, Tain District, Bono Region, to promote anti-corruption efforts in Ghana under the "Strengthening Accountability, Rule of Law and Institutional Responsiveness in Ghana (SARIS).
The advocacy aims to promote transparency, accountability, rule of law, and responsiveness in Ghana's governance institutions.
In every corner of the globe, the fight against corruption is a battle that affects communities, economies and the very fabric of society. Corruption undermines trust, stifles progress and perpetuates inequality.
Yet, amid these challenges, the youth of today stand as beacons of hope and agents of change.
The citizens no longer want to be solely victims of corruption. They want to assume their place as trusted anti-corruption partners.
The project was done in partnership with Ghana Center for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana), and Ghana Integrity Initiative (GII).
The GACC collaborated with civil society groups and youth leaders in Nsawkaw to combat corruption with the objectives of deepen citizen's understanding of Ghana's public financial management laws and audit processes, and equip participants to carry out public sensitization and report corruption related issues.
Does the government have an anti-corruption plan? Is there a law that protects whistleblowers or people who report corruption?
Corruption manifests itself differently, but there is no country that is immune. The key is to understand the anti-corruption landscape and governance in the country.
Starting a journey towards a new anti-corruption initiative is not an easy task and may seem overwhelming. But every action against corruption, even small, has the power to generate significant change. For an anti-corruption initiative to speak to people, integrate your local language and culture. The more relatable and closer to the heart your idea is, the more it will inspire the citizens. Be creative and talk to people in your community and the citizens!
According to Samuel Harrison Cudjoe, Programmes Officer at GACC, the project is crucial for promoting good governance and accountability in Ghana.
"This will empower citizens to build capacity to promote transparency, monitor public financial management, and fight corruption", he stated.
"Supported by the European Union, the project will strengthen public accountability, rule of law, and responsiveness through civil society empowerment, media improvement, and anti-corruption reforms", Samuel Harrison added.
He emphasized that collaborative efforts are essential in fighting corruption, which undermines development, governance, and public trust.
He expressed that the project's expected outcomes include increased citizen capacity to identify and report corruption-related issues, improved transparency, and accountability in governance institutions.
Samuel Harrison urged participants to be confident and trust institutions addressing corruption complaints, stressing that everyone has a role to play in fighting corruption.
He concluded that the project is expected to contribute significantly to promoting good governance, transparency, and accountability in Ghana, ultimately improving the lives of citizens.
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