The Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference (GCBC) and the Christian Council of Ghana (CCG) have expressed their disappointment over their exclusion from the National Education Forum scheduled for February 18 and 19, 2025.
The forum, organized by the Ministry of Education, is expected to bring together national-level stakeholders to deliberate on educational policies and reforms. However, despite the inclusion of some organizations associated with the GCBC and CCG, the two bodies themselves were left out.
“The national discourse on education requires the involvement of all stakeholders, including religious bodies, educators, and parents, whose input can guide the formation of policies that align with the values, traditions, and aspirations of the people of Ghana,” the statement continued.
In a joint press statement, the two religious organizations, who play a significant role in the education sector, labelled their omission as a setback to inclusive dialogue on Ghana’s educational future.
“As key stakeholders in the educational sector, particularly in the provision of quality education through our schools, we are perplexed by the omission of our contributions to discussions that are pivotal to the future of education in Ghana,” the statement read.
The GCBC and CCG argue that their absence from the forum represents a disservice to the broader educational community and contradicts the ideals of inclusivity and shared responsibility in national development.
“We call on the Government of Ghana, through the Ministry of Education, to reconsider this exclusion and extend an invitation to the GCBC, CCG, and other relevant bodies to ensure that this forum reflects a truly inclusive dialogue on the future of education in our country,” the statement urged.
Both organizations reaffirmed their commitment to collaborating with all stakeholders to ensure an education system that is not only high-quality but also inclusive and equitable.
Source: Ghana/Starrfm.com.gh/103.5FM/Deborah Amuzu
