The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection has called for stronger families and safer communities to improve the wellbeing of children in Ghana.
The appeal was made as Ghana joined the international community to mark the 2026 International Day of Families on May 15.
In a statement, the Ministry said this year’s celebration is themed “Families, Inequalities and Child Wellbeing.”
According to the Ministry, the occasion highlights the important role families play in society while drawing attention to inequalities that continue to affect children’s development and wellbeing.
The Ministry said many families are struggling with poverty, unemployment, domestic violence, child labour, human trafficking, and limited access to healthcare and education.
It explained that such challenges weaken the ability of families to provide children with proper care, protection, guidance, and support.
MoGCSP said the Government of Ghana remains committed to strengthening families through policies, programmes, and social protection interventions.
The Ministry cited programmes such as the Livelihood Empowerment Against Poverty (LEAP) Programme, the School Feeding Programme, the National Parenting Strategy, and stronger child protection systems.
It also highlighted policies including the Child and Family Welfare Policy, the Justice for Children Policy, the National Child Policy, and the recently launched Early Childhood Care and Development Policy.
According to the Ministry, efforts are also being intensified to tackle gender-based violence, promote disability inclusion, expand community-based child protection, and improve digital and social welfare services.
The Ministry called on parents, caregivers, traditional and religious leaders, civil society groups, development partners, and communities to work together to build resilient families and ensure that no child is left behind.
