Ghana Commission for UNESCO

Ghana Commission for UNESCO Government agency responsible for the coordination of Ghana's contributions to and presence at UNESCO

In furtherance of its primary objectives, the Commission performs the following functions:

• Acts as an advisory body to the government in determining policy with regard to UNESCO and its programmes.

• Serves as a liaison agency involving Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) in
UNESCO activities for the advancement of Education, the Sciences, Culture and Communication, with the aim of ad

vancing mutual knowledge and understanding of
UNESCO’s work towards the common welfare of human-kind.

• Disseminates information from and to UNESCO.

• Exchanges information and experiences with its counterparts in Member States of the Organization.

• Fosters close co-operation between state agencies and services, professionals and other associations, universities as well as other centres of research and education in the promotion of UNESCO’s objectives and ideals.

• Co-operates with Government delegations to UNESCO General Conferences and other intergovernmental meetings convened by UNESCO, in the preparation of Ghana’s position papers by preparing the contribution of Government to the work of these meetings.

• Participates in the search for candidates for vacant UNESCO posts financed under the regular programme or from extra-budgetary resources, and in the placement of UNESCO Fellowship holders.

• Participates in the planning and ex*****on of activities entrusted to UNESCO which are undertaken with the assistance of the other sister agencies of the United Nations in Ghana.

14/05/2026

🌍 Water. Youth. Culture. Innovation. Peace.

From 19 to 22 May, 2026 at UNESCO will bring together voices and perspectives from across the African continent through a vibrant programme of high-level discussions, youth forums, exhibitions, cinema, literature, fashion and cultural performances.

Organised with the Africa Group, this year’s edition will spotlight key issues shaping Africa’s present and future, from water governance and climate resilience to cultural heritage, digital transformation, sustainable development and youth empowerment.

Throughout the week, policymakers, artists, researchers, civil society representatives, authors and young leaders will come together to exchange ideas, strengthen partnerships and celebrate the diversity, creativity and dynamism of Africa.

2026 will take place from 19 to 22 May at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris.

👉 Full programme: https://www.unesco.org/en/articles/africa-week-2026-ensuring-sustainable-availability-water-and-safe-sanitation-systems-achieve

Yesterday, the Ghana Commission for UNESCO welcomed its newly inaugurated Executive Committee - sworn in and ready to se...
13/05/2026

Yesterday, the Ghana Commission for UNESCO welcomed its newly inaugurated Executive Committee - sworn in and ready to serve.

Nominated by H.E the President of the Republic of Ghana, and inaugurated by the Hon Minister of Education who also doubles as the Chairperson of the Ghana Commission for UNESCO.

The Committee is mandated to serve as an advisory wing of the Commission with the mandate of advancing UNESCO's pillars of education, science, culture, and communication at the national level.

A proud moment for Ghana's multilateral diplomacy. 🇬🇭

08/05/2026
08/05/2026

Literacy empowers people. Beyond its importance as part of the , literacy improves lives by expanding capabilities and opening pathways to opportunity.

UNESCO supports effective literacy practices and promotes dynamic literate societies worldwide. Through its International Literacy Prizes, UNESCO recognises innovative and impactful initiatives that are improving literacy outcomes around the world.

If your programme is making a difference, we encourage you to apply.

🔗 Learn more: https://www.unesco.org/en/prizes/literacy

05/05/2026

Happy African World Heritage Day!!

Enjoy this poem from our colleague Odarkor Ankrah-Addison, which celebrates the richness of African heritage and highlights our shared role in nurturing and mentoring the leaders of tomorrow.

Heritage is not only what we inherit but what we choose to protect.

Yesterday, Prof.Osman Tahidu Damba, Secretary-General of the Ghana Commission for UNESCO together with the representativ...
05/05/2026

Yesterday, Prof.Osman Tahidu Damba, Secretary-General of the Ghana Commission for UNESCO together with the representative of UNESCO to Ghana, His Excellency Edmond Moukala and the Provost of the College of Education, UG, Prof. Samuel Nii Ardey Codjoe, inaugurated the University of Ghana UNESCO Club UG Chapter under the patronage of the Legon Center for Education, Research and Policy (LECERP).

The ceremony highlighted the significance of establishing platforms that enable young people to actively engage with global challenges and make meaningful contributions to sustainable development.

This is an addition to the existing clubs for UNESCO in tertiary institutions such as Accra College of Education, St. Louis College of Education and Wesley College of Education.

Excerpts from our just ended World Press Freedom Day celebration with University of Media, Arts and Communication
05/05/2026

Excerpts from our just ended World Press Freedom Day celebration with University of Media, Arts and Communication

Join us for the inauguration of the UNESCO Club – UG Chapter — 12PM, SCDE Smart Classroom. 🌍"
04/05/2026

Join us for the inauguration of the UNESCO Club – UG Chapter — 12PM, SCDE Smart Classroom. 🌍"

Today, we join people around the world in marking World Press Freedom Day 2026A free, independent, and responsible media...
03/05/2026

Today, we join people around the world in marking World Press Freedom Day 2026

A free, independent, and responsible media is a foundation for democracy, for development, and for peace.

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