The Young and Safe Project

Young and Safe Diaries

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The Young and Safe Diaries is a learning podcast that documents the journey of the Young and Safe Project after two years of empowering young people in Ho, Ghana. Through candid conversations, real beneficiary stories, and expert insights, the podcast explores how the project tackled challenges facing young people across four pillars: governance, creative spaces, economic empowerment, and health & wellbeing. Whether you’re a development practitioner, policymaker, youth leader, or simply passionate about youth empowerment, this podcast offers valuable lessons, best practices, and inspiration to...

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Empowering Young People To Make Informed Decisions About Their Wellbeing 12.12.2025 38:29

In this episode of the Young and Safe Diaries, we take a closer look at the state of youth well-being in Ho —from health and mental wellness to the realities of staying safe online. Host Joanna Nana Ama Kwame opens up an honest conversation that sheds light on the experiences, challenges, and opportunities shaping the well-being of young people in our communities. Joanna is joined by Roger Kofi Gy...

Empowering Young People with Digital Skills for Economic Opportunities 12.12.2025 37:51

Unemployment remains one of the biggest challenges facing young people in Ho. In this episode of the Young and Safe Dairies, host Joanna Nana Ama Kwame speaks with David Ikechi Sobulachi (Young and Safe Project, Communications Officer) and Jesi graduates Asaase Ackon and Portia Mawuena Adaletey to explore how the Young and Safe Project responded to this gap. The conversation unpacks the solution d...

Creating Spaces for Youth Creativity and Advocacy 12.12.2025 30:56

For many young people in Ho, the absence of safe, accessible spaces to connect, express themselves, and showcase their talents has long limited their growth and creativity. In this episode of the Young and Safe Diaries, host Joanna Nana Ama Kwame sits down with Dennis Kotoku (Finance Officer, Young and Safe ) and Tony Skhid (Winner, Young and Loud 2024 – Art Category ) to discuss how the Young and...

Encouraging Young People to Participate in City Governance 12.12.2025 41:45

Have you ever felt like your voice doesn’t matter in decisions that shape your city? In the opening episode of Young and Safe Diaries , host Joanna Nana Ama Kwame takes you inside the Young and Safe Project , an initiative transforming Ho into a youth-friendly city by equipping young people with the tools, knowledge, and platforms to engage meaningfully in local governance. Join the conversation w...