On June 9, 2025, a transformative outreach program under the Digit@lly Together for Gender Equality (DiGE) Project was held at SDA Primary School and Adabasi Junior High School in Bolgatanga, Upper East Region. The initiative aimed to empower young learners with essential knowledge on gender equality, reproductive rights, and the influence of cultural norms on everyday life.
The program engaged over 250 pupils, ranging from ages 6 to 18, and focused on helping students understand their basic rights, the impact of gender stereotypes, and the need to promote inclusive participation across all sectors of society.
A key revelation from the sessions was the limited awareness among students regarding women’s roles in leadership and governance. Many students were surprised to learn that women can serve as assembly members and community leaders, which revealed a pressing need for broader gender education at the foundational level.
Through interactive discussions and roleplay, the facilitators helped students recognize that gender should never be a barrier to ambition or leadership. By the end of the session, students expressed a renewed belief in their rights and abilities, with one young participant aptly stating, “No one owns our rights—they belong to us.”
The event was met with enthusiasm, curiosity, and active participation from students and teachers alike. It also fostered critical thinking, encouraged self-expression, and provided tools for challenging outdated cultural beliefs that limit individual potential.
By investing in early education and awareness, the DiGE Project continues to promote a more equitable and just society—one where young people, regardless of gender, are inspired to dream big, break barriers, and lead change.
Project DiGE has been funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or European Education and Culture Executive Agency. Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.