NCCE Bodi Engages Timtimhwe, Kankyiabo and Surrounding Communities on Digital Technology and Child Protection

The Bodi District Office of the National Commission for Civic Education, in collaboration with World Vision Ghana, has sensitized parents, caregivers, teachers, and pupils at Timtimhwe on child protection and responsible digital technology use.

The community sensitization programme was held at the Timtimhwe School Park on May 13, 2026, and brought together 157 participants from Timtimhwe, Kankyiabo, and surrounding communities. The engagement focused on child protection, internet safety, digital literacy, and the role of parents and caregivers in guiding children in an increasingly connected world.

Addressing the gathering, the Bodi District Director of the NCCE, Mr. Emmanuel Awotwe, said the rapid growth of digital technology requires parents to become more informed about children’s online activities. He noted that parents who remain uninformed about digital platforms may find it difficult to properly supervise and protect their children from online risks.

“We are in the era of digital technology. If parents stay uninformed, they cannot protect or guide their wards. Embrace it, learn with your children, and help them use it positively for education, skills training, and responsible communication,” he stated.

Mr. Awotwe also highlighted some dangers associated with unregulated internet use among children, including cyberbullying, exposure to inappropriate content, social media addiction, and online sexual exploitation. He urged parents and caregivers to take active interest in the digital lives of their children and to create open channels of communication at home.

He further cited the Cybersecurity Act, 2020, Act 1030, which criminalizes online sexual exploitation, and the 1992 Constitution of Ghana, which guarantees the rights and dignity of citizens. He encouraged participants to report suspected cases of online abuse to the Ghana Police Service and the Cyber Security Authority for appropriate action.

Representatives of World Vision Ghana commended the NCCE for organizing the programme and pledged their continued support for initiatives that promote digital literacy, child protection, and community awareness in the district.

Participants described the engagement as insightful and pledged to strengthen cooperation between parents, schools, and community leaders to monitor children’s online activities and encourage safe internet practices.

The Bodi District Office of the NCCE reaffirmed its commitment to intensifying public education on civic responsibility, child protection, and responsible digital citizenship across communities in the district. The Commission urged parents, caregivers, teachers, and community leaders to guide children, report suspected abuse, and work together to promote safe, responsible, and productive use of digital technology.