The Women in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (WiSTEMGh) has welcomed 300 young women to the 2025 WiSTEMGh Girls' Camp at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Kumasi.
Now in its sixth cohort since launching in 2018, the camp has drawn participants from 30 secondary schools across Ghana.
Attendees will visit laboratories, join career sessions, and interact with leaders from industries including banking, mining and food production.
Dr. Sandra Abankwa Kwarteng, co-chair of the WiSTEMGh Girls Camp, said the programme aims to nurture the next generation of female leaders in STEM.
“This programme is one of the most interesting, exciting, well-thought-through initiatives. It takes young ladies through theory, practical and hands-on projects while exposing them to industries and laboratories,” she said.
Dr. Mrs. Gifty Boakye Appiah, team lead for school selections, said the camp has prioritised engaging both privileged and less privileged schools nationwide.
“We started in 2018 with schools in Kumasi and its environs, later expanding to regions such as Brong Ahafo, Ashanti and Western North. This year, we ensured schools that have participated more than twice made way for others, giving fresh schools the opportunity to experience WiSTEMGh,” she said.
Mrs. Naa-Anyima Boateng, who leads the programme sub-committee, said the camp features interactive sessions, industry visits and mentorship opportunities.
“The foundation of the camp is the mini projects, where our girls are expected to gain practical exposure and pitch their ideas before a panel of judges. It is also a confidence-boosting session to strengthen their public speaking,” she said, adding that career mentors from fields including engineering, medicine, nursing, business, pharmacy and animal science will work with participants.
WiSTEMGh has appealed for broader support as the camp grows.
“WiSTEMGh is doing a huge job when it comes to inspiring girls to change the game. This vision is going to live on, and we invite everyone to come on board so we can reach more young women,” Mrs. Boateng said.
