Held at the Great Hall of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), the event brought together participants from KNUST, Kumasi Technical University, Wesley College of Education and Akenteng Appiah Menkah University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development (AAMUSTED).

With funding support from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), the NCCE seeks to encourage tertiary students to appreciate the importance of transparent and accountable governance.

The goal is to prepare them as potential leaders of the country to embrace the principles of transparency and accountability as they transition into leadership roles at all levels of governance.
Key topics covered during the dialogue included the role of youth in promoting peaceful coexistence and national cohesion, consequences of post-election violence, conflict resolution mechanisms, negotiation skills, and essential elements of citizen participation.

Dr. Mohammed Abass of the KNUST Political Science Department, ACP Christopher Owusu Mpianin of the Central Divisional Police Command and Mr. Victor K. Brobbey, Deputy Chairman (General Services) of NCCE led the discussions as resource persons.

Their facilitation centred on effective ways young leaders could participate in democratic processes, highlighting the importance of civic responsibility and peaceful dialogue.

They underscored the need for continued collaboration among tertiary institutions, state institutions and development partners to safeguard Ghana’s democracy through active and informed youth participation.

Nana Konama Danpon III, Paramount Queen Mother of Mpasaso No.1, who graced the occasion, applauded NCCE for putting together what she described as insightful and educative exercise.