Sefwi Bekwai · Western North Region · Ghana
Harnessing the potential of every young person in Sefwi Bekwai
A non-political youth movement building structured governance, community intelligence, and volunteerism across 33 communities, aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
The road to Founding Day
Official Launch of the Youth General Assembly on 12 January 2027
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Who we are· Since 2021
A grassroots movement, now building lasting institutions
The Bekwai Youth Movement harnesses the potential of every young person in Sefwi Bekwai and its 32 surrounding sub-communities — turning volunteer energy into structured, accountable institutions.
Structured governance
A Youth General Assembly and a Bekwai Youth Parliament, with clear portfolios.
Community intelligence
Monthly, ground-level evidence from all 33 communities informs every decision.
How BYM is organised
The pillars of youth governance
A separation of powers adapted to the Ghanaian community context: an executive, a legislature, and a grassroots intelligence network, anchored by traditional authority.
Our journey
From a local movement to a youth institution
Real momentum, built community by community and recognised well beyond Ghana.
12021
Grassroots beginnings
Young volunteers begin organising for change across Sefwi Bekwai and its sub-communities.
22023
On the global stage
BYM delegates engage internationally, from the African Youth Summit on Biodiversity in Morocco to the MAI Foundation Sustainability Week and UN SDG forums.
What we do
Seven programme units, one shared agenda
Each unit carries a clear mandate, a portfolio officer, and a direct line to the UN Global Goals, turning youth energy into measurable community change.
Governance & Civic Affairs Unit
Oversees Youth Parliament, civic education, legislative processes, and constitutional compliance.
Education & Youth Development Unit
School partnerships, literacy support, mentorship, skills training, and the Youth Development Academy.
Health & Social Welfare Unit
Community health campaigns, mental health awareness, child protection, and social welfare.
Global alignment
Aligned with 12 UN Sustainable Development Goals
Every unit, programme, and governance activity maps to the UN 2030 Agenda, making BYM's work globally recognised and fundable by development partners.
Moments
The movement in pictures
From radio talks and debates to community clean-ups and outreach — glimpses of the Bekwai Youth Movement in action since 2021, across our 33 communities.
Why we're trusted
Built on principle, accountable by design
Credibility isn't claimed. It's structured into how the movement operates.
Strictly non-political
No member uses their BYM position to advance any party or candidate. Service to community comes before self.
Rooted in traditional authority
A Traditional Advisory Council, made up of the Paramount Chief, sub-chiefs, and Queenmother, guards our values and legitimacy.
Get involved
Be part of the change in your community
There's a place for every young person in Sefwi Bekwai, whether you want to lead, volunteer, represent, or simply stay informed.
Become a member
Open to all young people
Volunteer
Join a Volunteer Action Team
Council Representative
Represent your community
