Standard Chartered employees have equipped young women with financial literacy skills and career guidance at the 10th edition of the Akua Kuenyehia Foundation’s Empower Her Camp in Akropong.
Held on the theme, “Empower Her @ 10: A Decade of Impact, A Future of Possibility”, the camp brought together young women at different stages of their academic and professional journeys for conversations and learning designed to help them prepare for the future.
A release issued by the bank said the engagement formed part of Standard Chartered’s employee volunteering programme, enabling colleagues to share their knowledge and expertise to help participants make informed decisions about their finances and careers.
“Employees led conversations on financial literacy, career development and personal growth, sharing practical insights relevant to participants at different stages of their academic and professional journeys.
The discussions covered fundamental financial principles, the transition from education to employment and pathways for professional growth,” it said.
It added that drawing on their own experiences, employees offered practical perspectives and created space for participants to ask questions, exchange ideas and learn from one another.
Beyond the learning sessions, it said employees joined participants in icebreakers, camp chants and games, adding to the energy of the day and creating an engaging atmosphere for interaction and learning.
“Participants gained practical knowledge they could apply beyond the camp, from building healthier financial habits to making more intentional choices about their education, careers and professional development,” the release said.
“For Standard Chartered employees, the activity offered a meaningful way to take their skills beyond the workplace and contribute to the development of young people in the community.
The initiative reflects Standard Chartered’s continued commitment to skills-based employee volunteering and to creating opportunities for colleagues to use their expertise to support communities. It also helps young people build the knowledge, confidence and capabilities they need to thrive in the future,” it added.