Synergos Institute for Youth Devt.
The Synergos Institute was established in 2007 by YES and received funding through the Canadian Education and Training Awards for Africa (CETAA). Within two years of operation, the Institute became Ghana’s foremost centre of excellence in youth leadership development and empowerment.
The focus of the Institute is on innovative and effective education approaches to building leadership and strengthening organizational capacity. Our unique asset-based approach to community-driven development recognises that each community and individual has strengths and assets – human, social, financial, natural and physical – they can mobilise and build on to become “Masters of Their Own Destiny.” Synergos also works on the ground with partners throughout Ghana and internationally. Together we are identifying, building and sharing knowledge on effective development practice.
Today, Synergos’ network of over 500 alumni and numerous partners is reaching out to millions of men, women and children in local communities throughout the country. Their dedication and commitment are making a difference.
Target Participants:
Our training and education programmes are intended for development practitioners, including personnel of NGOs, faith-based and community-based organisations, youth and women groups, philanthropists, etc.
What Programmes are offered?
Synergos Institute offers a variety of tailor-made certificate programmes, covering a wide range of topics, including women and youth leadership, management and participatory development.
Where are the Programmes Offered?
The programmes are situated both at our state-of-the-art Centre located in Accra and/or at various locations across the country in fulfilment of our policy to send the programmes to the doorstep of those who need them most.
Teaching Team:
Synergos Institute brings together some of the finest professional development practitioners and educators in Ghana, with extensive field experience in Africa and the rest of the world. The teaching team are skilled facilitators who use participatory education methods to draw out the insights and experiences of learners, while at the same time introducing new ideas and approaches to leadership and societal change.
Resources:
The Synergos Institute offers its participants access to:
• Specialized development library and resource centre;
• Computer and internet access;
• Comfortable residences (optional)
• Guest lecture series;
• Field trips.
Synergos Institute for Youth Development (2007 to date)
