For the Mfantsiman Old Girls’ Association (MOGA), Class of 2003, the journey back to their alma mater was not just a reunion with memories of the past but a commitment to shaping the future.
The year group has launched a two-year mentorship and empowerment programme aimed at guiding more than 1,700 first-year students of Mfantsiman Girls’ Senior High School through critical stages of their academic and personal development.
The initiative, which began with a mentorship and empowerment summit at the school’s auditorium on Saturday, is designed to provide students with continuous guidance on leadership, character development, identity, career choices, and the challenges young women face in today’s society.
The programme forms part of MOGA 2003’s broader vision of giving back to the school by sharing experiences, knowledge, and lessons gathered over the years with the next generation of Mfantsiman girls. Throughout the summit, members of the year group used their personal journeys to encourage students to make responsible choices and develop values that will prepare them for life beyond the classroom.
Corporate lawyer A. Abena Yalley, Esq., who spoke on the topic “Choices,” reminded the students that their future would be shaped by the decisions they make daily. She explained that success is not accidental but built through discipline, commitment, and the ability to make choices that align with one’s goals.
“Choices do not happen in a vacuum. They must be backed by discipline,” she told the students, encouraging them to be mindful of their friendships, time management, academic commitment, and personal conduct.
Ms Yalley cautioned against negative peer influence and encouraged the students to build relationships with people who support their growth and aspirations. She also advised them to avoid distractions that could affect their education and long-term ambitions.
Addressing the influence of social media, she urged students to use digital platforms responsibly, warning that excessive online engagement can affect productivity, confidence, and self-perception.
“Social media shows highlights, not hard work,” she said, encouraging students to set boundaries and focus on personal growth. Bilingual communications professional Mabel Madjikie Madjie focused on identity and self-worth, challenging students to define themselves beyond grades, appearance, popularity, or public opinion.
She encouraged the girls to build strong personal values, confidence, resilience, and courage as they prepare to become women of impact. Human Resource professional Priscilla Akonor also emphasized the importance of character and integrity, describing character as doing what is right even when no one is watching.
She encouraged the students to embrace values such as honesty, responsibility, empathy, accountability, gratitude, and self-control. The Headmistress of Mfantsiman Girls’ Senior High School, Ms Roseline Sowah, commended MOGA 2003 for investing their time and resources into the development of the students.
She urged the girls to take advantage of the mentorship opportunity, remain committed to their education, and uphold the standards of the school. She also called on alumni, parents, and stakeholders to continue supporting initiatives that promote the growth of young women.
The mentorship programme is being implemented by the MOGA 2003 Executive Committee under the 2025–2027 administration led by Chairperson Dorothy Asante. The initiative will continue until 2028, when the current first-year students graduate. Its conclusion will coincide with the 25th anniversary celebration of MOGA 2003 and the 68th Speech and Prize-Giving Day of Mfantsiman Girls’ Senior High School.
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