Speaking Out, Reaching Out: Country Brief - Ghana - 2022-05
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- Title
- Speaking Out, Reaching Out: Country Brief - Ghana - 2022-05
- Author
- Digital Opportunity Trust
- Year
- 2022
- Abstract
- This report details the profound negative impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on Ghanaian youth's lives and livelihoods. A youth-led investigation found amplified existing vulnerabilities, substantial financial shocks, and significant job/business losses. It highlights low digital tool adoption for work despite high smartphone ownership. Ghanaian youth urgently need financial aid, entrepreneurship, and digital skills for recovery.
- Resource Subject
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- Health
- Youth
- Technology
- Keywords/Access Points
- COVID-19 Impact; Youth; Amplified Vulnerability; Digital Adoption Gap; Livelihood Recovery
- Geographic Locations
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- Ghana
- Language
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- English
- Demographic Groups
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- Youth
- Special Collections
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- Knowledge Exchange Resources
- Young Africa Works
- COVID-19
- Archival Record ID
- MFA.2024.1426