Peace Education and Sensitization for Junior High School Students at Amusudai 2 JHS 

The Greater Accra Regional Peace Council (GARPC) organized a peace education and sensitization programme for students of Amusudai 2 JHS as part of its continuous efforts to promote positive behaviour, tolerance, inclusivity, and peaceful coexistence among basic school learners. The engagement also sought to strengthen students’ understanding of the National Peace Council’s mandate in conflict prevention and peacebuilding.

The programme was designed to promote positive behaviour, tolerance, and inclusivity among basic school students; educate pupils on the importance of respect, kindness, and empathy; raise awareness about bullying and its effects on individuals and the school environment; promote acceptance of diversity; encourage positive peer relationships and teamwork; guide students on responsible behaviour in school and daily interactions; and increase awareness of the Council’s existence and mandate.

The expected outcomes included improved understanding among pupils of respect, tolerance, unity, and non-violence; increased awareness of the effects of bullying and encouragement to avoid such behaviours; improved attitudes in peer interactions; greater willingness to include and support one another; a more positive and supportive school environment; and enhanced awareness of the Council’s role in promoting peace and conflict resolution.

The programme was funded by the Greater Accra Regional Peace Council (GARPC) and implemented in collaboration with Amusudai 2 JHS. It took place on 24th June 2026 at the school premises. No dignitaries were officially listed for the programme.

In his presentation, Mr. George Oko Mensah, Acting Regional Executive Secretary, conducted an educational session for students and staff on the National Peace Council Act, 2011 (Act 818). He explained the Council’s mandate in promoting peace, mediating disputes, and supporting conflict prevention and resolution in Ghana. He emphasized that peace is the absence of all forms of violence—both physical and structural—and requires harmonious relationships among individuals regardless of differences in ethnicity, background, religion, or personal traits. He further explained the relationship between conflict and violence, noting that conflict is a natural part of human interaction, while violence is a deliberate act that can be prevented through appropriate attitudes and behaviours.

Mr. Isaac Prince Glorier, Assistant Programmes Manager, engaged students through practical examples and interactive discussions on values essential for peaceful coexistence and a positive learning environment. He highlighted diversity, dialogue, integrity, inclusivity, tolerance, trust-building, kindness, respect, and obedience as key principles that students should embrace in their daily interactions to promote peace within the school environment.

The programme directly benefited 78 students, comprising 46 males and 32 females, contributing to the promotion of discipline, positive behaviour, and peaceful coexistence within the school community.