Development Partnership
As part of its mission to broaden its impact and drive sustainable development, IMPLEMENTERS has launched the “IMPLEMENTERS STRATEGIC SECTOR RESEARCH (ISSR)” initiative. This forward-looking program is designed to identify sector-specific challenges, explore innovative solutions, and develop impactful interventions across Education, Employability, Climate Change, and Agriculture for 2025 and beyond.
IMPLEMENTERS has a proven track record of creating transformative programs within these sectors. In Education, initiatives like the Annual Impact Roundtable Discussion (AIRTAD) and Robotics Competition and the Yamoransa Model Labs Program have equipped students and communities with innovative learning tools and resources, fostering digital literacy and technical skills. In the Climate Change space, programs such as the Ghana Recycling Project and the Tree Planting Initiative have contributed significantly to environmental conservation and sustainability efforts, addressing pressing ecological challenges.
The ISSR initiative kicked off with a session on the Employability sector, held on December 13, 2024, at the Youth Opportunity & Transformation in Africa (YOTA) Skillshub. Expertly chaired by Maxwell Beganim, Regional Coordinator for Open Knowledge Foundation, Anglophone Africa Hub, the session brought together key stakeholders and thought leaders to tackle youth unemployment and skills development challenges.
Key contributors included:
- Prince Ansah (MPhil, PhD), Country Director, and Valerie Kplorm Aku Nutakor, Programs Manager at CDKN, who facilitated breakout sessions identifying needs, gaps, and innovative interventions.
- Nathan Agriwie, Program Manager at YOTA, who presented findings from the YOTA-Ghana Youth Barometer 2024, offering critical insights into job creation and entrepreneurship opportunities.
The Employability session is the first in a series that will address challenges and opportunities across Education, Climate Change, and Agriculture. Each session will include expert-led discussions, collaborative workshops, and evidence-based recommendations aimed at driving sustainable and scalable solutions.
The ISSR initiative reflects IMPLEMENTERS’ dedication to fostering participatory development and meaningful partnerships. As the organization continues to build on its successes, including groundbreaking programs in education and climate action, the ISSR sessions will provide a blueprint for impactful interventions that align with global development goals.
IMPLEMENTERS invites like-minded organizations and stakeholders to join this transformative journey, working together to create a future of shared prosperity and sustainability.
