As part of activities to mark International Women’s Day 2025, the female faculty and staff of the University on Tuesday embarked on an outreach programme to the Adaklu Torda community.
The initiative aimed at engaging with community members, empowering women and young girls, and promoting education, entrepreneurship, and personal development.
Prof. Elizabeth Obinnim, Dean of Students Affairs, emphasized the importance of apprenticeship and skills development, particularly for young girls.She explained that vocational training and hands-on learning offer sustainable career opportunities, financial independence, and economic empowerment for women.
The Dean encouraged parents and community leaders to support female children in acquiring practical skills, noting that education extends beyond the classroom.
She urged young girls to embrace apprenticeship as a pathway to self-reliance and success, highlighting its significant contribution to both personal and national development.
Dr. Francis Nutsugah, a lecturer in the Department of Marketing, also spoke on the importance of helping children identify their talents and develop them into valuable skills.He stressed that recognizing and building on a child’s natural abilities could lead to profitable ventures and sustainable livelihoods.
Dr. Nutsugah further encouraged parents to support their daughters in venturing into traditionally male-dominated fields, stressing that by doing so, women can challenge stereotypes, expand their career opportunities, and serve as role models for future generations of young girls.
Addressing the community, Ms. Esther Ametu, a staff at the Admissions Section of the Academic Affairs Directorate, provided insights into the various academic programmes offered at HTU, explaining their modes of entry and available scholarship opportunities. She encouraged young girls and community members to seek higher education or enroll in apprenticeship programmes to acquire valuable skills that would enhance their personal growth.
In addition, Ms. Gloria Dzah, a nursing officer at the HTU Clinic, sensitized the community on the dangers of teenage pregnancy and drug abuse. She explained the long-term effects of these issues on young people’s education, health, and future opportunities.
Ms. Dzah urged parents and guardians to actively guide and educate their children to make informed life choices that would positively impact their future.
As part of the outreach, the HTU team donated essential classroom learning materials, including pens, pencils, books, and other educational supplies, to the Adaklu Torda D.A. Basic School.
The donation was warmly received on behalf of the community by Mama Ewamba II, Nyornufia of Adaklu Torda.