The Ghana Library Authority (GLA) has emphasized the importance of educational trips and improved access to resources in a bid to enhance literacy levels across the country.

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Speaking at the International Children’s Day event in Accra, the Deputy Head of GLA, Richard Obeng Asante, raised concerns over the declining use of libraries in Ghana, urging the youth to take full advantage of the facilities available to them.

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“We offer a wide range of facilities designed to help your child acquire valuable knowledge relevant to today’s society. We strongly encourage parents to either visit us in person or arrange an educational trip for their children,” Asante said.

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He highlighted that such educational trips, which include visits to landmarks like the Kwame Nkrumah Museum, are not only insightful but also play a key role in enhancing children’s reading and overall learning experiences.

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During the event, which also focused on improving literacy in the country, the Municipal Director of Education for Ayawaso West, Margaret Kaba, addressed the challenges faced by parents and educators in ensuring children have access to quality learning materials. She noted that while the task of sourcing the right books can often seem overwhelming, collaborative efforts can help overcome these challenges.

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“We believe that with the support of individuals and organizations in society, we can provide our children with the resources they need to read and grow. After all, true freedom comes through the power of reading,” Kaba emphasized.

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A student from the 37 Military Hospital Basic School, Asantewaa Nwolley, shared her personal experience with reading and its profound impact on her life. “Reading brings people together because it teaches us how to connect with others. It offers so much more, too — as they say, reading is like medicine for the brain. The more we read each day, the more our brains adapt and grow,” she said.

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With these statements, the GLA, along with local educators, is urging society to come together and support children’s access to educational resources that will help them thrive in their learning journeys.

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