Shaping Ghana's Future, One Youth at a Time
For over 15 years, we've been inspiring and preparing young Ghanaians to succeed in a global economy.
Part of a Global Movement
Junior Achievement Ghana (JA Ghana) is a non-profit organization and proud member of JA Worldwide, the world's largest youth-serving NGO dedicated to giving young people the knowledge and skills they need to own their economic success.
Since our founding, we have been committed to empowering young Ghanaians with the education and experiences that will prepare them for success in the 21st-century global economy.
Our Mission
To inspire and prepare young people to succeed in a global economy.
Our Vision
A world where young people have the skills to build thriving economies.
Three Pillars of Youth Empowerment
Our programs are structured around three key pillars that prepare young people for success in today's economy.
Work Readiness
We prepare young people with essential soft skills, professional etiquette, and practical knowledge that employers value in today's competitive job market.
- Career exploration and planning
- Interview and resume skills
- Professional communication
Entrepreneurship
We equip students with the knowledge and hands-on experience to start and manage their own businesses, fostering innovation and self-reliance.
- Business planning and execution
- Innovation and problem-solving
- Market research and sales
Financial Literacy
We teach essential concepts about earning, saving, spending, and donating, empowering young people to make wise financial decisions.
- Budgeting and saving habits
- Understanding banking and credit
- Investment basics
Our Core Values
These values guide everything we do at JA Ghana and shape how we serve young people across the nation.
Boundless Potential
Believe in the boundless potential of young people.
Hands-on Learning
Advocate for the impact of relevant hands-on learning.
Principled Teaching
Teach principled market-based economics and entrepreneurship that build a more sustainable world.
Passion & Integrity
Approach our work with passion, honesty, integrity and excellence.
Diversity & Inclusion
Seek out diverse backgrounds, perspectives and talents in our staff, volunteers and boards to reflect the geographies and communities we serve.
Partnership & Collaboration
Nurture the power of partnership and collaboration.
Partners & Sponsors
We are grateful for the support of our corporate partners who make our programs possible.
Join Our Mission
Whether you're a student, volunteer, corporate partner, or donor, there's a place for you in the JA Ghana family.