Participants at a workshop on Early Childhood Education (ECE) praised ISSER and researchers involved in the “Teacher Capacity Building for Play-Based Learning in Ghana and Sierra Leone” project for their efforts in promoting effective play-based learning practices in Ghana. The workshop, organized by ISSER and Associates for Change, gathered ECE innovators and practitioners from the eastern and central regions of Ghana to discuss the project's findings and establish best practices to advance ECE in the country.

The Institute of Statistical, Social and Economic Research (ISSER), University of Ghana is seeking to recruit final year students to serve as National Service Personnel for 2024/2025 academic year.

Selection Criteria. Interested Candidates should:

Have good communication and writing skills

The Institute of Statistical, Social, and Economic Research (ISSER) is delighted to announce our role as a co-organizer and host of this year's Evidence to Action Conference (E2A2024).

Prof. Quartey addresses the session, sharing insightful information about ReFinD, the Initiative's third request for proposals, and ISSER.

Dr. Clement Adamba presents quantitative findings on the successes, challenges and areas for improvement in Ghana’s ECE sector to attentive participants.

Welcome to the March edition of the ISSER monthly newsletter! This edition brings you exciting updates, reflecting our vibrant research, policy advocacy and constituency building efforts. Highlights include reports on our contributions to enhancing agriculture and food security, discussions on youth employment and innovative financing options aimed at promoting Ghana’s development. We also share glimpses into our recent travels, underscoring our dedication to knowledge exchange and fostering meaningful partnerships.

The valuable contributions of participants enriched the discussions and paved the way for future collaborations

In a bid to catalyze transformative change in Ghana's agrifood landscape, the Data Repository and Advocacy for Policy (DARAP) project organized a major forum, bringing together key sector players to deliberate on pressing issues and innovative solutions vital to advance the country’s agrifood systems.