📍 Yendi, Northern Region

On April 24, 2026, NACSA’s Yendi Zonal Office, in collaboration with the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE), engaged students of Abartey Junior High School as part of our “Catch Them Young” initiative.

The session focused on educating young people about the dangers of illicit small arms and preventing their recruitment into armed groups.

Students were taken through key issues including:
🔹 The dangers firearms pose to schools and communities
🔹 How access to guns increases the risk of violence, especially in moments of conflict
🔹 The importance of promoting a culture of peace and rejecting gun violence

The engagement was highly interactive, featuring visual presentations, a Q&A session, and practical guidance on safety and legal implications, including the penalties for illicit possession of firearms.

A major highlight was the “See Something, Say Something” pledge, where students committed to reporting suspicious activities and promoting safety in their schools and communities.