Collins Sefa Sherif Ghali, Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Chamber of Young Entrepreneurs (GCYE), has been appointed to the Governing Board of the National Youth Authority (NYA), representing independent youth groups across Ghana.
Empowering Youth through Strategic Leadership
Mr. Ghali’s appointment is a critical step towards amplifying the voices of young entrepreneurs in national policy. His role on the board will focus on shaping youth-focused initiatives like the National Apprenticeship Programme (NAP), which aims to equip young Ghanaians with practical, job-ready skills and reduce youth unemployment.
Championing Independent Youth Voices
“Representing the independent youth voice at this level of governance is both an honour and a responsibility I take seriously. My commitment is to ensure that youth organizations outside traditional partisan or institutional structures are fully represented in national conversations,” – Sherif Ghali.
Building a Strong Youth Ecosystem
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Policy Influence: Drive impactful national youth policies.
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Youth Federation Formation: Spearhead the creation of the Ghana Youth Federation, a unifying platform for youth organizations.
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Skills Development: Support the effective rollout of the National Apprenticeship Programme (NAP).
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Institutional Strengthening: Enhance the effectiveness of the NYA to deliver impactful programs.
Supporting Entrepreneurship and Youth Empowerment
As the CEO of GCYE, Mr. Ghali has a proven track record in entrepreneurship, youth empowerment, and policy influence. His experience will be vital in creating an enabling environment for young entrepreneurs to thrive and contribute to Ghana’s economic growth.
GCYE’s Support for Inclusive Development
The GCYE has expressed its support for Mr. Ghali’s appointment, emphasizing the importance of inclusive, transparent, and impactful youth development systems in Ghana.
