The Coalition of Organisations in STEM (COS) has urged the Ministry of Education to prioritize collaboration with local STEM stakeholders to drive innovative educational reforms in Ghana.
In a statement, COS acknowledged the government’s ongoing efforts to advance Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEM/STEAM) education but emphasized the need to leverage local expertise to unlock the full potential of Ghana’s educational system.
“Education devoid of innovation can become a liability rather than an asset to our economy,” the coalition stated, highlighting the importance of integrating homegrown solutions to develop a sustainable, innovation-driven learning environment.
COS reaffirmed its commitment to the Minister of Education’s vision of ensuring that no Ghanaian child—regardless of gender, financial background, or location—is left behind in STEM education.
The coalition noted that its members have positively impacted thousands of students through innovative STEM programs and strategic partnerships.
Despite the increasing government focus on STEM, COS expressed concerns that previous administrations had limited engagement with local STEM experts, missing opportunities for innovation, job creation, and a self-sustaining STEM ecosystem.
“We humbly pray that your leadership does not repeat this mistake made by your predecessors,” the coalition urged.
They called for an inclusive and collaborative approach to shaping STEM policies.
According to COS, enhanced collaboration with local STEM stakeholders would not only improve STEM education delivery from the primary level but also create over 1,000 jobs for Ghanaian youth.
This, they said, would contribute to the development of a 24-hour economy in areas such as:
STEM curriculum design
Manufacturing of local STEM tools
Training and mentorship programs
By integrating local expertise, COS believes Ghana can establish an inclusive educational framework that enhances learning outcomes while driving national development.
The coalition urged the Minister of Education to actively engage with COS and other STEM organizations to co-develop tailored STEM initiatives suited to Ghana’s unique educational needs.
“Together, we can cultivate a robust STEM ecosystem that empowers the next generation of leaders, innovators, and problem-solvers while creating jobs for Ghanaians under your leadership.”
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