On June 30, 2025, Reduce Recidivism Ghana delivered a powerful session in its ongoing Shoe-Making Training Series at the Junior Girls Correctional Center in Osu, Accra, Ghana. The workshop, led by Tracy Frimpong, brought together 15 young residents of the center for a hands-on experience designed to build practical skills and confidence.
Participants were introduced to the fundamentals of sandal-making — including pattern tracing, synthetic leather cutting, strap design, and sole assembly. Using simple tools like scissors, rulers, and pre-cut templates, each girl had the opportunity to transform raw materials into finished footwear.
More than just technical training, the session fostered focus, creativity, teamwork, and a renewed sense of self-worth. For many, it marked the first step toward realizing that their future can look very different with the right support and opportunities.
This workshop is part of a dedicated vocational rehabilitation program by Reduce Recidivism Ghana, tailored specifically for the young ladies residing at the Junior Girls Correctional Center. The goal is to reduce reoffending by equipping them with practical, empowering skills that pave the way for reintegration, entrepreneurship, and long-term independence.
The next session in the series will be held on Wednesday, July 17, 2025, and will focus on dressmaking, along with training in entrepreneurship and business development — extending the holistic approach that merges technical skill with business mindset.
Reduce Recidivism Ghana is proud to stand alongside these young women as they take steps toward brighter, self-determined futures.
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Together, we can reduce recidivism — one skill, one story, one life at a time.
