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NKD & YMF Virtual Impact Workshop: Empowering Youth Through Mentorship

NKD & YMF Virtual Impact Workshop: Empowering Youth Through Mentorship
Lawreta Kankam
June 11, 2022
3 min read

In 2022, the Nana Konadu Dankwah Foundation partnered with YMF Ghana to host its first-ever Virtual Impact Workshop. Designed to bring young people together from different parts of the country, the workshop aimed to inspire, educate, and empower youth through mentorship, skill-building, and real-life success stories.

The Purpose of the Workshop

Our goal was to create a platform where young people could learn practical skills, hear from program beneficiaries, and gain insights into leveraging mentorship to achieve personal and professional growth. By combining the expertise of NKD and YMF, we aimed to maximize learning opportunities in a virtual format.

Event Highlights

  • Keynote Sessions: Experienced mentors from both organizations shared strategies for personal development and leadership.
  • Panel Discussions: Beneficiaries of NKD and YMF programs shared their journeys, challenges, and achievements.
  • Interactive Workshops: Participants engaged in virtual breakout sessions focused on skill-building, including digital literacy, career planning, and goal setting.
  • Networking Opportunities: Attendees connected with peers and mentors, fostering collaboration and long-term mentorship relationships.

Impact and Takeaways

The workshop reached over 200 participants across Ghana and the diaspora. Attendees reported gaining:

  • Practical insights into leveraging mentorship for career advancement.
  • Confidence to pursue personal and professional goals.
  • A deeper understanding of digital skills and community engagement.
  • Connections with mentors and like-minded peers.

Looking Ahead

Although this workshop has concluded, the partnership between NKD and YMF continues to thrive. Future initiatives will include more virtual and in-person workshops, mentorship programs, and community projects aimed at empowering youth and fostering sustainable impact.

This first virtual workshop has set a strong foundation, and we are committed to scaling these experiences to reach thousands more young people ready to transform their lives and communities.

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