The Greater Accra Regional Peace Council (GARPC) has intensified efforts to promote a culture of peace among young people by engaging students of Mayera Methodist Basic School in the Ga North Municipal Assembly on peaceful coexistence, conflict resolution, and responsible behaviour.
The educational outreach brought together 83 students who participated in an interactive session designed to equip them with practical skills for managing disagreements and fostering harmony within their school and communities.
Mayera Methodist Basic School in the Ga North Municipal Assembly.
Facilitators led discussions on the common causes of conflicts in schools, emphasizing the importance of resolving disputes through dialogue rather than violence. Students were also educated on the dangers and consequences of school violence, including its impact on academic performance, relationships, and overall well-being.
The session highlighted key values such as respect, tolerance, inclusivity, and empathy, encouraging students to appreciate diversity and embrace peaceful approaches to handling differences.
As part of the engagement, students were introduced to the mandate and activities of the National Peace Council and its role in promoting peace and social cohesion across Ghana. They were encouraged to become peace ambassadors by demonstrating positive behaviour and advocating for peaceful conflict resolution in their classrooms, homes, and communities.
The programme was marked by active participation, with students sharing personal experiences, asking questions, and contributing ideas on how peace can be sustained within the school environment.
Speaking after the session, officials of GARPC underscored the importance of nurturing a peace-conscious generation, noting that lasting peace is built through continuous education and engagement at the grassroots level.
The initiative forms part of the Council’s broader efforts to strengthen peace education among young people and promote non-violent approaches to conflict resolution.
“Peace is not only built in boardrooms and conferences; it begins in classrooms where young minds learn the values of respect, understanding, and coexistence.”
