Child Sponsorship

Ghana

Our partner, Compassion began partnering with churches in 2004.

	419 local partners

	More than 86,897 children registered

	Over 802 mums and their babies supported

About Ghana

Hello from Ghana

Along the Gulf of Guinea lies the vibrant West African country of Ghana. The local population are relaxed and hospitable and they deeply respect family values and honouring elders. There are over 50 different ethnic groups across the country, each with its own distinct handwoven fabric. Poverty remains widespread and is particularly concentrated in rural regions of northern Ghana. Trafficking and forced labour are serious threats for Ghanaian children in poverty, alongside their vastly inadequate access to clean water and sanitation facilities. Though the harsh realities of life in poverty threaten to rob many children of hope, the incredible stories from our over 400 Ghanaian church partners are a testimony to God's goodness in all circumstances.

Watch the latest video update to learn more about Compassion's work in Ghana.

HOW YOU CAN PRAY

Thank you for praying for staff, children and families in Ghana

+ For God's guidance for the leaders through the process

+ Pray that our local church partners in Ghana will be strengthened in their ministry to their communities.

+ Pray for protection over the children who are most vulnerable to trafficking and child labour.

A snapshot of Compassion's Child Sponsorship Program in Ghana

Compassion’s program is contextualised across countries and communities, as well as age groups.

Children aged 1 to 3 receive home-based care
Children aged 3 to 11 visit the Compassion centre for eight hours on Saturdays.
Children aged 12 to 14 attend the centre for eight hours per week and serve as peer mentors to younger children for two of those hours.
Students aged 15 and older attend the centre for four hours every Saturday.

Compassion Program Activities in Ghana

Compassion assisted children in Ghana typically attend program activities at their local child development centre on Saturdays. Here is an example of what a typical program day looks like for children in Ghana.

9:00am - A time of prayer and devotion and breakfast. A typical breakfast usually consists of maize porridge, milk, sugar and bread.

9:30am - Spiritual lessons, when children sing songs and learn Bible stories.

10:30am - Break time, when children can play in a safe environment and develop friendships.

11:00am - Social-emotional lessons ranging from conflict resolution to developing healthy self-esteem and godly character. Children often come from challenging home environments and are taught social and personal skills.

12:00pm - Lunch and social time. A typical lunch generally consists of rice with sauce and either chicken, fish or meat, with seasonal fruit. Food is usually provided as children don’t always have access to nutritionally balanced meals at home. Parents are educated to provide nutritious food for their children, and highly malnourished children are given extra support, including a package of nutritious food such as eggs, milk, beans, rice and oil, once a month.

1:00pm - Health lessons, in which children learn practical health and hygiene tips including how to prevent malaria and HIV.

2:00pm - Letter writing and career planning. Older children work with local staff to identify their strengths and interests and set goals for their future.

Older sponsored children also take part in skills training workshops such as bead and batik making, soap preparation and basket weaving. Parents and caregivers are offered health education classes as well as quarterly training on children’s rights, parenting, and business and financial management.