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October is #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth! Did you know that breast cancer is the most common cancer globally and a leading cause of cancer-related deaths among women? Early detection is key to improving outcomes and survival rates. This month, we hosted a series of health talks, screenings, and awareness initiatives to emphasise the importance of early detection and holistic patient care. Remember, even a small show of support can send a powerful message: Early detection saves lives.

Ghana continues to lead in Early Childhood Education (ECE) as one of the first countries to establish national ECE standards and integrate kindergarten (KG) into the primary education system. During our roundtable discussion yesterday with the Ghana Education Service , UNICEF’s Dr Pia Britto emphasised the essential role of research and implementation science in #ECE. Key points included: - Ensuring that teacher training results in meaningful changes in the classroom - Designing programs with scalability and sustainability in mind - Strengthening the connection between KG and primary education - Developing governance systems that convert evidence into action As #Ghana expands its support for KG teachers nationwide, universities and local researchers will play a vital role in enhancing learning experiences for young children in the classroom. Together, we are committed to helping every child learn, grow, and thrive from the very beginning. #EarlyLearning #EducationForAll | Pia Rebello Britto Christin McConnell Let's Talk Foundational Learning UNICEF Africa Hempel Foundation

Nothing lights up learning like play and attention. Leading up to the launch of the Foundational Learning Action Tracker (FLAT) in Accra, Dr. Pia Rebello Britto (UNICEF Global Director of Education and Adolescent Development), Anders Holm (CEO of the Hempel Foundation), Dr. Clement Abas Apaak (Deputy Minister for Education), Osama Makkawi Khogali (UNICEF Ghana Representative) and partners joined children in play and observed differentiated learning. This experience highlighted how time, interaction, and inclusive approaches can bring classrooms to life. 📚 The #FLAT is a tool designed to monitor countries’ efforts to accelerate foundational learning, ensuring that every child can benefit from quality education. #EarlyLearning #InclusiveEducation | Ministry of Education, Ghana Ghana Education Service Let's Talk Foundational Learning Christin McConnell

Call for Volunteers to be the voice of the #UNICEFGhana podcast on child rights 👉🏽 https://lnkd.in/ecDt7aPK — a great chance to amplify children’s voices, learn skills, and drive change in #Ghana. Share or apply! #VoiceForChildren #ChildRights

Young voices are truly shaping the future of education! This week, UNICEF Ghana met with 30 passionate teacher trainees at the Accra College of Education to explore what motivates teachers — and how AI and technology can redefine teaching and learning in Ghana. Their reflections were both honest and inspiring: acknowledging the real challenges ahead, while imagining bold possibilities for AI to support teachers and accelerate learning for every child. The future of teaching is bright — and it starts with them. #Education | Hempel Foundation UNICEF UNICEF Africa Pia Rebello Britto Christin McConnell Christopher Nkrumah ERIC BALANGTAA Let's Talk Foundational Learning Ministry of Education, Ghana Ghana Education Service National Teaching Council

Foundational learning skills including reading, mathematics, and social-emotional development, are important to every child’s growth and potential. Yet globally, nearly 7 in 10 10-year-olds in low- and middle-income countries cannot read and understand a simple story, highlighting the urgent need to strengthen efforts and accountability towards foundational learning. This week, Ghana is at the forefront of this global effort as the Ministry of Education co-hosted the launch of the 2025 Foundational Learning Action Tracker (FLAT) — a tool developed by UNICEF and the Hempel Foundation in 2023 to track government efforts on foundational learning, using data and evidence to improve students’ learning outcomes. The #FLAT2025 launch brings together global and national education leaders here in Ghana to explore new ways to empower teachers, make classrooms more engaging and ensure every child can learn and thrive. 💙 #LearningForAll #FoundationalLearning | Pia Rebello Britto Ministry of Education, Ghana Ghana Education Service Let's Talk Foundational Learning Christin McConnell Osama Makkawi Khogali UNICEF Africa

Strong partnerships, along with foundational learning, drive real change. It was inspiring to see partners engaging with children at Madina SDA Primary, including the Ministry of Education, Ghana, Ghana Education Service , the Hempel Foundation, UNICEF, and global stakeholders. The students displayed confidence in their literacy and numeracy skills, and their enthusiasm for learning was clearly evident. #FLAT2025 #TeachersMatter #FoundationalLearning | Osama Makkawi Khogali Let's Talk Foundational Learning Christin McConnell National Teaching Council Pia Rebello Britto UNICEF Africa Ministry of Education, Ghana Ghana Education Service

"Raise your hand if you ever wanted to be a teacher?"🤚🏽 Inspiring read from #UNICEFGhana on why teaching still sparks dreams — and what we must do to support, train and respect the teachers shaping our children's future. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eAt-YQaS #EducationForAll #ForEveryChild | Christin McConnell Ghana Education Service National Teaching Council

Every drop of polio vaccine carries hope. In #Ghana, dedicated health workers are protecting children from #polio, a disease that once stole so many futures. With the support of partners and your help, we are closer to #EndPolio. #WorldPolioDay #VaccinesWork #ForEveryChild