Ghanaian journalist and gender activist Regina Asamoah has been honored with the United States Department of State IVLP Impact Award Grant for 2024. Her project, “Young Voices Matter,” aims to equip young children with the skills necessary to combat gender-based violence (GBV).

According to the US Department of State, 120 applicants from 101 countries were selected for the grant, with financial support provided by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. The Meridian International Center will serve as the implementing partner for these projects globally.

Young Voices Matter: Empowering Boys and Girls

Regina Asamoah’s project stood out among over 600 submissions worldwide. The “Young Voices Matter” initiative focuses on raising awareness about gender-based violence among children and creating a safe and supportive environment for both boys and girls.

The project will be implemented in Accra in partnership with Missing Children Ghana, an organization dedicated to reuniting missing children with their families.

This award follows Ms. Asamoah’s participation in the 2023 IVLP on Gender-Based Violence held in the United States. She joined eight other African advocates for the three-week exchange program organized by the US Department of State in partnership with the Cleveland Council on World Affairs, Global Ties Akron, and Gulf Coast Diplomacy.

Source: Joy Online