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Campaign to confront ignored crisis of sexual abuse launched
INNOVA DDB Ghana, in collaboration with Family Renaissance International (FRI) and 3Music TV, has launched a national campaign aimed at confronting the long-ignored crisis of sexual abuse within families and dismantling the culture of silence that allows it to thrive.
The initiative, dubbed ‘Call Them Out,’ was unveiled on Thursday at the Accra High School as part of activities marking the International Day of the Child, a global observance dedicated to children’s rights and protection.
For decades, many Ghanaian families have prioritised preserving their public image over safeguarding victims, especially when abuse is perpetrated by relatives or trusted family friends. The new campaign seeks to reverse this entrenched norm by encouraging communities to speak up, support survivors and demand accountability.
The Chief Executive Officer of the Ninani Group, Mr Joel Nettey, described familial sexual abuse as a generational issue that has survived through silence. “It’s been with us for a long time; the only problem is we don’t speak about it in Ghana, it’s time for somebody to call them out,” he said.
Rev Mrs Catherine Onwioduokit, Founding President of FRI, said the initiative was timely and necessary. The culture of secrecy, she said, has long enabled abuse to go unchecked. She urged victims not to feel too intimidated to report and that social media has helped to keep the issue in the public eye, signaling a shift from denial to responsibility.
Ms Audrey Quaye, Creative Director at Innova DDB, explained that the campaign goes beyond awareness creation. She explained that the campaign would feature phone-based support systems accessible through a dedicated landing page, downloadable educational resources and a network of counsellors ready to assist victims.
At a panel discussion, participants highlighted the urgent need for public awareness, effective reporting systems and comprehensive support for survivors. The panelist were Dr Delasy Kwami Gbekor of Lucca Health and Twelve in Twelve LBG, Ethel Obeng-Treve, Clinical Psychologist and Executive Director of Fafanto Psych, and Ophelia Awinboma Azure, Co-founder of the Centre for Public Health Development Initiative.
They outlined the manipulative tactics abusers deploy, the trauma survivors endure and the crippling stigma that deters victims from seeking help. They encouraged students to remain vigilant, support peers and serve as advocates for early reporting and accountability.
By Esinam Jemima Kuatsinu
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About 200 company secretaries, governance professionals and institutional leaders will gather in Accra for the ‘Company Secretaries Summit’ next month.
It is aimed at strengthening governance practices and enhance boardroom effectiveness across the country.
The summit, which is scheduled for July 16 at the Labadi Beach Hotel seeks to equip governance professionals with the knowledge, skills, and networks required to navigate the increasingly complex demands of modern corporate leadership.
It will feature keynote presentations, panel discussions, and interactive sessions focusing on emerging governance trends, boardroom dynamics, regulatory compliance, digital transformation, and stakeholder expectations.
According to the convener, Catherine Engmann, the summit comes at a critical time when governance professionals are under growing pressure to support sound decision-making, strengthen governance culture, and respond effectively to changing institutional and regulatory environments.
“This gathering is not just another conference. It is a platform for governance leaders who are already operating at the highest level and intend to stay there,” she said.
She noted that the programme was designed to provide participants with practical tools, fresh insights, and valuable professional connections.
According to Ms Engmann, a major highlight of the event will be the awards ceremony, which will recognise individuals and organisations that have demonstrated excellence in governance practice and made significant contributions to improving board effectiveness and corporate accountability.
She mentioned that the summit will also offer participants an opportunity to benchmark their practices against industry standards, exchange ideas with peers, and explore innovative approaches to governance challenges.
Beyond the formal sessions, the event is expected to foster networking and collaboration among governance professionals, helping to strengthen governance practices across Ghana’s corporate and institutional landscape.
Speaking about the vision behind the initiative, Ms Engmann, said the summit was inspired by the need to create a dedicated platform that recognises the critical role played by company secretaries and governance professionals.
According to her, the Company Secretaries’ Summit and Awards reflects her conviction that Ghana’s governance professionals deserve an annual platform where they can engage in meaningful discussions, build strategic relationships, and receive recognition for their contributions to effective governance.
Registration for the summit, she said was currently open, with interested professionals encouraged to secure their participation ahead of the event.
By Esinam Jemima Kuatsinu
-1 cup dried soya beans
-4–5 cups for water (for blending)
-Extra water for soaking
-Sugar, honey or dates (optional, for sweetness)
-Vanilla extract (optional)
Preparation
-Pick through the beans to remove stones or damaged seeds and rinse thoroughly
-Place them in a large bowl and cover with plenty of water. Soak for at least eight hours or overnight to soften it to blend easier
– After soaking, rub the beans with your hands as the skin begins to remove
– Removing the skins helps reduce the ‘beany’ taste and improves texture
– Put the soaked beans into a blender with 4–5 cups of clean water
-Blend until smooth and milky. (You may need to do this in batches depending on your blender size).
– Using a clean muslin cloth or fine sieve, strain the blended mixture into a pot. (Squeeze well to extract as much liquid as possible).
-The leftover pulp is called okara. Don’t throw it away — it can be used in baking, porridge, or even added to stews.
– Place the strained milk on medium heat and make it boil. Stir continuously to prevent burning or overflowing.
– Allow it to boil for at least 20–25 minutes. Proper boiling removes the raw taste and neutralises natural compounds that can upset the stomach.
-Once boiled a little sugar or honey. Pulse.gh
Health benefits of Soya beans
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