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02 Nov 26

When Teachers and Health Workers Are Not Prepared, Young People Pay the Price

What good is a reproductive health lesson if the teacher delivering it lacks the confidence to answer students’ questions? What happens when an adolescent seeking contraception or health advice is met with judgment instead of understanding? And how can Ghana expect young people to make informed decisions about their health when the very people entrusted […]

02 Nov 26

Strengthening Media Reporting on SRHR: ARHR Engages Nearly 60 Journalists in Three Media Trainings

Accurate, responsible and evidence-based media reporting plays an important role in shaping public understanding of Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR). Yet, when issues such as adolescent pregnancy, contraception and Reproductive Health Education (RHE) are discussed without sufficient context or reliable information, media coverage can unintentionally reinforce misinformation, stigma and misconceptions. Recognising the influence […]

26 Oct 26

Breast Cancer Awareness 2026: Early Action Must Be Matched by Access to Care

A change in the breast can be easy to dismiss. A lump that does not hurt may not appear urgent. A screening appointment can be postponed because of work, childcare, cost or fear of what a diagnosis might mean. For some women, the decision to seek medical attention is further complicated by stigma, misinformation, and […]

20 Oct 26

Young People Are Asking. Are Adults Ready to Answer?

The conversation about adolescent reproductive health can feel uncomfortable. Most may be shy about asking questions or worry that parents, teachers, and other adults will judge them or misunderstand their concerns. Sometimes, fear of being scolded or embarrassed can keep young people silent, even when they genuinely need answers and guidance. Ensuring that adolescents can […]

29 Sep 26

A Choice for All: Why Family Planning Must Be About Agency, Intention and Access

Family planning is more than preventing pregnancy. It is about the freedom, information, resources and support people need to make decisions about if, when and how they want to have children. As Ghana joins the global community to mark Family Planning Week 2026 from 24 September to 3 October, the theme, “A Choice for All: […]

08 Sep 26

Strengthening Reproductive Health Education, Gender-Based Violence Prevention, and Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights in Ghana

Executive Summary Access to accurate, age-appropriate Reproductive Health Education (RHE) remains uneven across Ghana despite the existence of progressive national policies and legal frameworks. Adolescents continue to face significant barriers to accessing reliable information and services due to cultural resistance, religious misconceptions, weak institutional coordination, stigma, inadequate school-based support systems, and limited investment in adolescent-friendly […]

05 Aug 26

ARHR’s Blood Donation Drive Yields 100 Pints to Support Emergency Healthcare in Ghana

ARHR has successfully concluded a two-day blood donation drive in Accra, collecting 100 pints of blood to support emergency and maternal healthcare services across Ghana. The exercise, held on 24th and 29th July 2026, formed part of ARHR’s 20th anniversary celebrations and engaged students from St. Margaret Mary Senior High School, Accra Technical Training Centre, […]

04 Jun 26

ARHR Reaches Over 550 Students in Ayikuma with Menstrual Health Education and Sanitary Pad Distribution

Ayikuma came alive with enthusiasm, curiosity, and active engagement as over 550 adolescents participated in a menstrual health and hygiene outreach organized by ARHR to commemorate Menstrual Hygiene Day 2026. The event brought together students from Ayikuma Methodist School, Ayikuma Catholic School, and Ayikuma R/C Basic School, providing a valuable platform for open and engaging […]

12 May 26

Commemorating International Nurses Day — Reflecting on Ghana’s Nursing Workforce

Every year on May 12 — the birth anniversary of Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing, the world pauses to honour the millions of nurses who stand at the frontlines of health care delivery. This year’s International Nurses Day theme, “Our Nurses. Our Future. Empowered Nurses Save Lives,” carries a message of profound urgency […]

29 Apr 26

Workplace Safety in Ghana: The Missing Focus on Mental Health

Every year, conversations about workplace safety tend to focus on providing equipment such as helmets, gloves, and hazard signs, as well as physical protection against injuries. But this year, the message is unmistakably different. It is sharper and more urgent. More honest. The 2026 theme for the commemoration, “Let’s ensure a healthy psychosocial working environment,” […]

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