Accra: Ms. Maribel Okine, the Western Regional Director of Gender, emphasized the necessity of a comprehensive strategy in combating Streetism, urging stakeholders to adopt an all-inclusive approach. Her remarks highlighted the importance of collaborative efforts among various sectors to tackle the issue effectively.
According to Ghana News Agency, Ms. Okine outlined several critical components needed to address Streetism. These include the enhancement of family support systems, ensuring access to education, and fostering community-based initiatives. Collaboration between government agencies, non-governmental organizations, and community leaders is also deemed essential in this fight.
Ms. Okine further stressed the significance of regional cooperation and the exchange of best practices as pivotal in tackling the challenge of Streetism. She advocated for the education of students in skills such as peaceful conflict resolution, emotional regulation, empathy, and active listening to nurture a communal spirit that could help eradicate the practice.
She also advised against providing alms to street beggars, suggesting instead that vulnerable individuals should be supported through structured and effective means. "By working together, we can address Streetism and promote peace, understanding, and respect in our community," Ms. Okine concluded.
