Violence in Schools: Promoting Peaceful Coexistence Among Students (Central Region Peace Education)

The Central Regional Peace Council (CRPC), in collaboration with St. Nicholas Anglican Junior High School, Adisadel, organized a peace education engagement aimed at addressing violence in schools and promoting a culture of peaceful coexistence among students in the Central Region.

The project was designed to educate students on the concepts of conflict and violence, increase awareness of the various forms and consequences of violence in schools, and equip them with practical skills for peaceful conflict resolution, tolerance, forgiveness, responsible reporting, and positive peer relationships.

The expected outcomes of the project included improved understanding among students of the differences between conflict and violence, increased awareness of the negative effects of violence on individuals and the school community, enhanced commitment to peaceful coexistence and non-violent behaviour, increased willingness among students to report harmful behaviours, support victims, and serve as peer mediators, and the promotion of a safer and more conducive learning environment within the school.

The project was funded by the Central Regional Peace Council (CRPC) and implemented in collaboration with St. Nicholas Anglican Junior High School, Adisadel. It took place on 5th June 2026 at St. Nicholas Anglican Junior High School, Adisadel, Cape Coast. Dignitaries present included Dr. Joyce De-Graft Acquah (Council Member, CRPC) and Madam Patricia Ampah-Mensah (Council Member, CRPC).

During the engagement, Dr. Charles Ohene-Amoh emphasized that conflict is a natural part of human interaction and cannot always be avoided, however, violence is a choice that must be prevented. He encouraged students to resolve disagreements through dialogue, understanding, and mutual respect rather than aggression, stressing that every student has a responsibility to contribute to a peaceful school environment where learning can thrive. Miss Barbara Yabom also highlighted that peace begins with everyday choices, noting that bullying, teasing, insults, and misinformation often create unnecessary conflicts among students. She encouraged students to show tolerance, respect one another, resist peer pressure, and report harmful behaviours in order to build a safer and more supportive school community.

Participating institutions included the Central Regional Peace Council (CRPC), St. Nicholas Anglican Junior High School, Adisadel, the school administration and teaching staff, and the student body (Form One and Form Two students). A total of over 275 students benefited directly from the programme.