The National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) says it is working hard to increase awareness against the branding of coronavirus survivors.
Chairperson of the Commission, Josephine Nkrumah told Joy FM's Super Morning Show that part of these measures includes employing the services of some survivors to act as ambassadors to educate the public.
“Those who will come out to share with us their experiences in order for us to empathise with them and understand that it could happen to anyone of us and therefore our approach should change.
“People are becoming more aware of the facts from the myths when it comes to stigmatization and the coronavirus in general” she said.
She stated that the commission is glad when employers consider reintegration their staff who have recovered from Covid-19 as stigma affects productivity.
According to her, a lot of the NCCE’s education is targeted at hotspots as identified by the Ghana Health Service (GHS).
Speaking further, she commended The Multimedia Group Limited for its vigorous campaign against the stigmatisation of Covid-19 patients across the country.
“At Multimedia, you have a few cases and I’m happy to see how you have embraced,” she told host of Joy SMS, Kojo Yankson.
Meanwhile, members of the Ghana Journalist Association (GJA) and other bodies are being trained to correct the use of labels on people who have tested positive for Coronavirus.
The outfit is working in partnership with the Ghana Psychological Association who will offer mental health aid to victims of stigma.
Latest Stories
-
Kyiv hit by barrage of drone strikes as Putin spurns Trump’s truce bid
1 minute -
Ghanaian entrepreneur Dr. Eunice Kwainoe honoured for outstanding Customer Service Excellence
6 minutes -
Re-constituted Financial Stability Council holds maiden meeting
32 minutes -
‘We’re not feeling it’ – Food & Beverage boss says cedi recovery means nothing without tax cuts
2 hours -
Banking sector cleanup: Ex-NPP Youth Organiser refutes Frank Adu claims, says sector stronger than ever
2 hours -
Import taxes driving cedi to the brink – Food & Beverage boss
2 hours -
I was sure 2 months ago I’d get married, but not anymore – Reekado Banks
3 hours -
I’m getting old, need to start having children – Burna Boy
3 hours -
Diddy trial is ‘most expensive prostitution trial in American history’ – Expert
3 hours -
Court dismisses Mohbad’s father’s suit against Naira Marley, Sam Larry
3 hours -
‘This is not me’ – 2Baba apologises to wife Natasha, children over controversial comments
3 hours -
Diddy’s reputation is tarnished, but could he find a way back?
4 hours -
US to face holders Mexico in Gold Cup finals
4 hours -
Spain begin Euro 2025 campaign by thrashing Portugal
4 hours -
Dortmund confirm Chelsea deal agreed for Gittens
4 hours