Artisans Association of Ghana

Lavan Innovation Hub, in collaboration with the Artisans Association of Ghana and sponsored by Alpha Communication and Health Foundation, successfully organized a two-day Training of Trainers session from Monday 24 to Tuesday 25 June 2024 for 55 master craftspersons at Royal Carboo Beach Hotel, Ningo Pram-pram. The training, led by Engr. Gideon Bidor, National President of the Artisans Association of Ghana, focused on Competency-Based Training delivery.

Over the two days, participants honed their skills in:
🔹 Applying current practices in training delivery
🔹 Managing difficult training situations
🔹 Initiating a personal plan of action to strengthen their training and facilitation skills

Other programs run by AAG include.

Career guidance
Male Engagement
Mentorship and coaching
Business formalization
Gender Trainings
Training of Trainers (TOT)

Together, we're empowering artisans with the tools and knowledge to elevate their craft.

We are thrilled to announce the inauguration of our new branch executive and their taking of the oath of office yesterday 23rd June 2024. This milestone is a testament to the dedication and hard work of our team.

Our esteemed WUSC volunteer Mr.Yanick Neba who serves as a Youth and Mentorship Advisor let the inauguration process. His unwavering passion for growth and development has been instrumental in our advocacy programs across various zones, significantly supporting the growth of our association. Through his leadership and mentorship, Mr. Neba has successfully guided the new executive into their roles, ensuring a seamless transition and a bright future for AAG Lebanon branch.

Join us in celebrating this new chapter and the incredible contributions of our staff, executives and volunteer. Together, we continue to build a stronger and more vibrant community for artisans.

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Yesterday, May 16, 2024, the Artisans Association of Ghana (AAG) had a fruitful meeting with the Sector Skills Board of the construction sector, the Ghana Chamber of Construction Industry, and our esteemed international partners from Germany on the Global Skill Partnership project

Together, we mapped out the way forward for enhancing the skills of Ghana's labor force and exploring migration opportunities.

This collaboration aims to bring sustainable, replicable, transnational infrastructure for regular and fair training and skilled labor migration in the construction profession in Ghana. By elevating our workforce's skills to international standards, we're opening new doors for our talented workers both locally and globally.

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🎓 Exciting News! 🎉 On the 27th April 2024, We celebrated the graduation of thousands of INVEST Sholatship participants out of which # 29 skilled heavy-duty machine operators and # 9 proficient electrical and solar installation technicians trained by AAG with support from WUSC through the Ghana Chambers of Construction Industries at Accra Technical Training College. Their dedication and expertise contribute immensely to shaping a brighter future. Congratulations to all the INVEST graduates!

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Acquah, live at Pobiman, off the Nsawam Road in Accra. She is a painter.

What inspired me to get into this job is that my father was a painter, and there were times he got a job but couldn’t find enough people to help him. So I sat down and wondered to myself why I shouldn’t learn the job so that when he needed help, I could also assist him.

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Crafting equality Together

when men champion women's talents, we create a more vibrant and inclusive artistic world.

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Without craftsmanship, inspiration is a mere reed shaken in the wind. — Brahms
Happy World Artisans Day! Today, we shine a spotlight on the remarkable artisans around the globe, especially in Ghana! At AAG, we're immensely proud of our artisans and their pivotal role in transforming lives. Through our unwavering support and dedicated measures, we're committed to uplifting artisans across Ghana. From skill development programs to ensuring fair compensation, we strive to empower artisans to flourish in their craft. Here's to celebrating their talent, heritage, and invaluable contributions to our world!

Staff and Regional Executives of the Artisans Association of Ghana came together for a capacity strengthenining training session on Friday 29th March 2024 organized by our amazing volunteer, Yanick Neba from WUSC Ghana. on the theme: "Artisans Rights and Recognition: Advocating for fair trade practice and cultural preservation"

The training was an enlightening session where our dedicated staff and regional executives delved into crucial topics, advocating for fair trade practices and preserving our rich cultural heritage as artisans. Together, we're committed to ensuring artisans' rights are respected and their talents recognized globally. Let's continue championing for a brighter, more equitable future for artisans in Ghana and beyond.

# is power as said by the old, # # Artisans Association of Ghana(AAG) and # # International labour Organisation (I L O) giving entrepreneur skill training to 70 young business and apprentice in the Greater Accra. Which started on 23 January 2024.

Last Saturday 16 December 2023
Skills Development Fund(GSDF) in partnership with Coast Technical University, Association of Ghana(AAG), and of Engineering and Technology (IET) provided the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) training to the and Construction Craftsmen/Artisans in the Central Region.

The workshop took place at the John Kofi Borsah Library Complex of the Cape Coast Technical University.
The Ghana Skills Development Fund (GSDF) programme trained *101* Artisans from five (5) different fields namely; Carpenters, Plumbers, Mason/Tillers, Painters and Steel Benders mainly in the Cape Coast Metropolis for 6 weeks which ended on the 16 December.

The Artisans Association of Ghana(AAG) seeks to improve the welfare of the craftsmen and skilled workers in Ghana and partner with relevant stakeholders to build the capacity of the artisans.

Ghana Enterprises Agency (GEA) were present during the gathering to share their upcoming programs and opportunity for artisans in the construction sector.

AAG... House of Skills 🫱🏾‍🫲🏾