Parliamentary Affairs Committee Launches Historic Youth Engagement Initiative in Awutu Senya East

The Committee on Parliamentary Affairs has paid a courtesy visit to the Awutu Senya East Municipal Assembly to formally announce its historic youth engagement programme. Scheduled to take place tomorrow under the theme “Bridging the Gap Between Parliament and the Ghanaian Youth,” the landmark event aims to forge a direct connection between the nation's legislature and young citizens.

​Explaining the vision behind the initiative, the Chairman of the Committee, Hon. Kwabena Okyere Darko-Mensah, highlighted that the programme is designed to educate young people on parliamentary activities while gathering their authentic perceptions and expectations of Parliament and their representatives. He emphasized that the initiative will extend to various regions across the country, creating a sustainable, two-way dialogue between Parliament and the youth to address their core concerns.

​The Member of Parliament for the Awutu Senya East constituency, Hon. Phillis Naa Koryooo Okunor, expressed immense excitement and gratitude to the Committee for selecting her constituency to host the maiden edition. Describing her constituents as peaceful and highly receptive, she assured the visiting delegation of her full support and commitment to ensuring tomorrow’s program is a resounding success.

​Echoing her sentiments, the Municipal Chief Executive, Mr. Seth Serwornu-Banini, warmly welcomed the delegation and commended the Committee for bringing such a high-profile platform to the municipality. He described the initiative as a historic milestone for Awutu Senya East, noting that empowering the youth with civic knowledge will leave a lasting positive impact on the community.

@Volta Today