Ghana and Korea Forge Educational Partnership: A Gateway to Global Learning

Groundbreaking educational partnership between Ghana and Korea, aimed at fostering international collaboration and cultural exchange among students.

May 13, 2024 - 09:52
Ghana and Korea Forge Educational Partnership: A Gateway to Global Learning
Ama Serwah Nerquaye-Tetteh (left), Secretary-General of the Ghana Commission for UNESCO, with Park Jeawone, Deputy Mayor of Seocho-gu City, Korea, displaying the signed MoU

In a landmark move aimed at fostering international collaboration in education, the Ghana Commission for UNESCO and the authorities of Seocho-gu, Korea, have inked a significant Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). This agreement, signed at the Ministry of Education, heralds the commencement of a strategic educational exchange program between the two nations.

The primary objective of this MoU is to bolster cooperation between Ghana and Korea while providing invaluable opportunities for the development of future generations capable of contributing meaningfully to the global community. Under the terms of the agreement, students enrolled in UNESCO Associated Schools Network (ASPNet) Schools across Ghana will receive crucial support from Seocho-gu City to engage in international exchanges within the realm of public education.

The signing ceremony, attended by esteemed representatives including Ama Serwah Nerquaye Tetteh, Secretary-General of the Ghana Commission for UNESCO, and Park Jeawone, Deputy Mayor of Seocho-gu, marks a pivotal moment in educational diplomacy between the two nations.

Expressing her optimism regarding the partnership, Mrs. Nerquaye Tetteh emphasized its potential to deepen and broaden the scope of collaboration between Accra and Seocho-gu. She underscored that this initiative signifies the dawn of numerous collaborations geared towards fostering meaningful connections between Korean and Ghanaian students through reciprocal school visits.

Mr. Jeawone echoed Mrs. Nerquaye Tetteh's sentiments, highlighting the significance of bilateral relations and emphasizing how the exchange program will afford learners in both countries a profound understanding of each other's cultural, technological, and educational landscapes.

As a testament to the commitment of both parties, the exchange program's inaugural edition will provide a transformative experience for 10 students from ASPNet schools in Ghana. These students will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the vibrant city of Seocho-gu, exchanging knowledge, culture, and educational experiences with their Korean counterparts.

During their stay, the students will actively engage with local peers, participate in workshops, and attend classes spanning traditional Korean arts to cutting-edge technological developments. The participating ASPNet schools for this maiden edition include McCarthy Hill School, Trom M/A Basic School, and Accra College of Education Demonstration School.

This groundbreaking partnership not only underscores the importance of international cooperation in education but also paves the way for a new era of cultural exchange and mutual learning between Ghana and Korea. As the exchange program unfolds, it promises to enrich the educational landscape of both nations, fostering global citizenship and understanding among future generations.


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