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Bishop Dr. Charles Hackman grabs 2 global awards
Bishop Hackman
The concept of greatness is an idea that courts the desire of many but only a few painstakingly dare to tread on that path.
What is even more unique in climbing the ladder of greatness is when out of the goodness of your heart and your love for humanity, you labour tirelessly to ensure that your very existence is of great benefit to men and in return, greatness comes knocking on your door.
In the just-ended Global Well Respected Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) Awards held in Singapore, another historic moment was made to confirm the maxim, loyalty pays.
The CEO of the H4P Organisation, Bishop Dr. Charles Cofie Hackman, who is fondly known as the Helping Hand Man, was honoured with two outstanding Awards; The Global Well Respected CEO in the Disability Advocacy and the Global Well Respected CEO in the manufacturing of home care products.
The prestigious Global Well Respected CEOs Awards come as the current additions to his impressive portfolio of honours and awards received by him both locally and internationally.
Bishop Dr. Hackman, also the CEO of DV Unlimited Company Limited is widely known for his philanthropic work. The Company specialises in the manufacturing and distribution of Home care and personal care products under the brand name DV Kliners.
The peculiarity in the business of DV Unlimited is that, all its proceeds are channelled to support Persons with Disabilities (PWDs). This system was engineered by the abled leadership of the Bishop having realised the difficulty Non-Governmental Oraganisations (NGOs) often face in receiving funding and support for their humanitarian deeds.
For more than a decade, Bishop Dr Hackman, has been an extraordinary personality who has gained prominence over the years due to his endearing affection for the vulnerable in society especially PWDs.
Having noticed how PWDs have over the years fought for parity when it comes to societal inclusion, Bishop Dr Hackman pursued the vision of bringing dignity to disability by magnifying the abilities of PWDs.
Through the H4P Organisation – an NGO with special consultative status with the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations (ECOSOG) that advocates for PWDs, Bishop Dr. Hackman’s years of disability advocacy earlier this year, earned him the distinguished Doctor of Letters Honoris (Hon. D. Litt) from the esteemed American Heritage University of Southern California in the United States of America (USA).
The H4P Organisation operates under two broad categories; the Helping Hand Community Project and the Helping Hand TV Show.
The Helping Hand Community Project provides a vast support system in the areas of education, finance, sports, entertainment, health, consultation, logistics, etc. to individuals with disability, families of persons with disability, special education schools, as well as other stakeholders and disability oriented organisations.
The Helping Hand TV Show, the first and only disability focused TV show in Ghana, provides authentic education and advocacy on disability issues. It gives in-depth knowledge about disability as well as showcases successful persons with disability in and outside Ghana.
Other unique and first-time initiatives by the H4P Organisation include the H4P Inter-schools Disability fun- games, where disability schools all over the country congregate to partake in sports activities.
The Ability Praise Concert, is a platform that throws the spotlight on the amazing talents and abilities of PWDs in the Arts and Entertainment Industry and the Christina Hackman Impact Leadership Awards (C.H.I.L. Awards), an award scheme instituted by the H4P Organisation to honour and acknowledge the people who contribute significantly towards the development of the disability community and also towards national development.
For his selfless dedication in advancing the rights and inclusivity of individuals with disability in Ghana, Bishop Dr. Hackman received the esteemed Dr. Seidu Danaa Special Award in 2013, an Honorary Doctorate in Divinity and Humanity by the Calvary Cross Clergy Council and Bible Seminary in 2019.
He also received the Ghana Leadership Awards in October, 2020, Africa’s Most Respected CEO (Manufacturing Category), the Timothy Bowles African Human Rights Leadership Award, in 2021, Doctor of Letters (D. Litt.) in 2023 and the list is unending.
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There is strength in diversity; let’s live in peace – Zanetor Rawlings urges Ghanaians
Member of Parliament for Korle Klottey, Dr. Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, has urged Ghanaians, especially the youth, to value the peace the country enjoys and to see diversity as a source of strength.
Speaking at the National Youth Conference held at the Pentecost Convention Centre under the theme “Igniting Potential; Inspiring Change”, she warned against being lured into conflicts and divisions fueled by reckless statements from politicians, traditional leaders, religious figures, or academics.
According to her, many young people have no idea what it means to live in a country torn apart by war, and therefore must not take Ghana’s peace for granted.
She stressed that the harmony among different ethnic and regional groups should be protected at all costs, since it is peace that allows citizens to gather freely and safely.
Dr. Zanetor said Ghana’s development depends on embracing diversity and working together.
She urged the youth to tap into this strength so that Ghana would continue to shine as the “Black Star” of Africa and serve as an example for other nations.
She expressed appreciation to the participants for attending the conference and asked for God’s blessings on the country.
By: Jacob Aggrey
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Prez Mahama bids farewell to outgoing Ambassadors of Angola, Malta, and France
President John Dramani Mahama has bid farewell to the outgoing Ambassadors of Angola, Malta, and France, praising their contributions to Ghana’s development and international partnerships.
The President, in separate meetings at the Jubilee House, expressed Ghana’s gratitude to Ambassador João Domingos Baptista Quiosa of Angola, Ambassador Jean Claude Galea Mallia of Malta, and Ambassador Jules Armand Aniambossou of France for their dedicated service.
With Ambassador Quiosa, discussions focused on strengthening cooperation in the oil and gas sector, renewable energy, education, and agriculture.
President Mahama highlighted the progress made in cocoa cultivation and knowledge exchange between the two nations.
Ambassador Mallia, who has served in Ghana for more than seven years, was commended by President Mahama for his efforts in building strong personal and diplomatic ties.
The president pledged to continue expanding trade relations under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).
In his engagement with Ambassador Aniambossou, President Mahama noted the growing presence of French businesses in Ghana, now numbering about 60.
He welcomed France’s support for entrepreneurs in the creative sector with a €2 million package and its investment of over €90 million in the Feed Ghana initiative, which focuses on the northern part of the country.
He thanked the outgoing envoys for their service and assured them of Ghana’s commitment to deepening bilateral cooperation with their respective countries.|
By: Jacob Aggrey
