MOGA 2003 Mentorship Summit Empowers Over 1,700 Mfantsiman Girls’ SHS Students

The Mfantsiman Old Girls’ Association (MOGA) 2003 Year Group has organized a comprehensive mentorship and empowerment summit for over 1,700 first-year students at Mfantsiman Girls’ Senior High School. Held on July 5, 2023, the event was designed to equip the new students with essential life skills, career guidance, and the moral fortitude needed to navigate the challenges of secondary education and adolescence. The initiative highlights the growing role of alumni associations in contributing to the holistic development of students in Ghana’s second-cycle institutions.

During the summit, several accomplished professionals from the 2003 year group shared insights on identity, self-worth, and disciplined decision-making. Ms. Abena Yalley, a corporate lawyer, urged the students to be deliberate in their choices, emphasizing that discipline is the foundation of academic and personal success. She particularly cautioned the young women against the dangers of early sexual activity and the negative influence of peer pressure, which can often derail promising futures. Communication professional Mable Madjikie Madjie further expanded on these themes by discussing the importance of self-identity, encouraging the girls to recognize their inherent value and resist the urge to conform to external pressures.

The impact of technology and character development also took center stage during the sessions. HR professional Priscilla Akonor spoke extensively on character integrity, noting that while academic qualifications are important, it is one's character that ensures long-term professional and personal growth. The speakers also addressed the modern challenge of social media, advising students to use digital platforms productively rather than allowing them to become sources of distraction or negative comparison. The students were encouraged to cultivate positive relationships that align with their educational goals and personal values.

Mrs. Roselyn Ayorkor Sowah, the Headmistress of Mfantsiman Girls’ SHS, expressed profound gratitude to the MOGA 2003 year group for their commitment to giving back to their alma mater. She noted that such interventions are vital in nurturing responsible young women who can uphold the school’s high standards of excellence. By bridging the gap between current students and successful alumni, the summit provided the first-year cohort with relatable role models and a clear roadmap for their three-year journey at the school and beyond.