Stakeholders should collaborate with NUTSA to enrich communities in Tongu with 21st-century skills – Volta Regional Director of Education
The Volta Regional Director of Education Mr. Francis Yaw Agbemadi has called on stakeholders to collaborate with the Tongu Students Association, especially NUTSA to enrich communities in Tongu with 21st-century skills/or competencies to stay on track with the world and the Industrial Revolution waves.
Mr. Agbemadi said this during the 16th National Delegates Congress of the National Union of Tongu and Associates at Mepe St. Kizito SHTS in the North Tongu District of the Volta Region on the theme “Empowering Minds, Enriching Communities with 21st Century and Fourth Industrial revolution competencies: The Role of Stakeholders in supporting Tongu Youths for the Future.”
According to him, stakeholders have a vital role to play in the 21st century. They can collaborate with entities that will unleash their great potential and convert it into a profitable venture through training among others.
He also said as stakeholders in the education sector, it is imperative for them to support and empower Tongu youth with the knowledge, skills, and mindset needed to navigate the complexities of the fourth industrial revolution.
Continuing on the same tangent, he added that the world has experienced multiple industrial revolutions, and we are currently in the midst of the fourth industrial revolution in the 21st century. In order for us to remain relevant, it is essential to develop specific competencies that align with this era.
“There is also the need for various stakeholders to collaborate with the Tongu Students Association to enrich communities in Tongu. Businesses can provide funding or resources for infrastructure projects, while non-profit organizations can offer expertise in areas such as education and healthcare.
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“Government agencies can support initiatives through policy-making and funding, and community members can contribute their time and skills to local projects. People in high-level positions of authority can also lobby for certain projects for area.
“By working together, these stakeholders can help address the diverse needs of the community and create sustainable, positive change for the residents of Tongu.
In the course of the Volta Regional Director of Education’s address at the Congress, he commended the Tongu Students Association for their dedication to empowering and supporting Tongu youth in acquiring 21st-century competencies.
He mentioned their commitment to education, leadership, and community development as elements that define the true work for their people. He also urges the Association to continue championing the cause of youth development in Tongu.
Speaking on the need to equip Tongu youth with 21st-century skills /or competencies, Mr….. mentioned that the fourth industrial revolution has many great opportunities for the youth if they harness the era appropriately. Also, he said the fourth industrial revolution has challenges just like life but the focus must be on what will work for all.
“The fourth industrial revolution brings with it unprecedented opportunities and challenges, and our youth must be prepared to harness the power of technology, innovation, and creativity. By equipping Tongu youth with 21st-century competencies such as critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and digital literacy, we can ensure that they are well-positioned to succeed in the future world of work.
Further, he delved into how harnessing 21st-century skills can be rolled out for the Tongu youth through the doors of stakeholders.
“As stakeholders, we have a collective responsibility to create an enabling environment that fosters the development of these competencies among Tongu youth. This includes providing access to quality education, promoting STEM education and robotic engineering, and encouraging entrepreneurship and innovation. It also entails forging partnerships with industry, government, and the community to ensure that our youth have the necessary support and resources to thrive.
“There is also the need for various stakeholders to collaborate with the Tongu Students Association to enrich communities in Tongu.
On the side of how businesses can help in materializing the best for the youth, he said
“Businesses can provide funding or resources for infrastructure projects, while non-profit organizations can offer expertise in areas such as education and healthcare. Government agencies can support initiatives through policy-making and funding, and community members can contribute their time and skills to local projects. People in high-level positions of authority can also lobby for certain projects for the area.
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“By working together, these stakeholders can help address the diverse needs of the community and create sustainable, positive change for the residents of Tongu.
“Let us work together to support and uplift our youth, so that they may become the leaders, innovators, and change-makers of tomorrow,” he added.
SOURCE: Coverghana.com.gh
