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Gender and Minorities Mainstreaming in Journalism Education at African University College of Communication (AUCC)

Year when project approved: 
2011
Approved budget: 
US$22 000.00

In spite of recent developments in the standard of journalism and communication education available in Ghana and the West African sub-region today, there remains scope for this field to be strengthened. The African University College of Communication (AUCC) located in the heart of Accra is willing to embrace this challenge by welcoming the opportunity to introduce the UNESCO Model Curricula into its programme, in order to build upon its reputation as a leading institution in delivering high quality journalism education. This project will see the adaptation of the AUCC Curricula, incorporating minority perspectives and gender mainstreaming within the programme. Consultative meetings will be held with faculty members and consultants, and students will also be involved in the process, leading to the production of a best practice document. Materials will then be purchased and equipment provided for a Resource Centre, thus ensuring the project's continuity for the benefit of future generations of journalism and communication students. The overall focus of this adaptation process will be on engendering a spirit of understanding and tolerance across the sub-region of West Africa for the promotion of gender equality among other social imperatives.
 
OBJECTIVE: To incorporate UNESCO's Model Curricula within AUCC's journalism and communication programmes, prioritizing gender mainstreaming and reflecting perspectives of minority groups in order to provide high quality journalism education.

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IPDC Bureau meeting nº: 
55

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Budget code: 
355GHA5001

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Beneficiary
Beneficiary name: 
African University College of Communication (AUCC)
Beneficiary description: 

The African University College of Communications (AUCC) is a private tertiary institution dedicated mainly to the study of the media and communication. The AUCC was established in 2001 initially as the Africa Institute of Journalism and Communications (AIJC) by former Member of Parliament and Minister of State of the Republic of Ghana, Hon Kojo Yankah. The University College seeks to become Africa's best centre for Communication Studies, Business Studies, Africana Studies and Information Technology by providing opportunities for advanced learning and practical application for the rapid growth and development of Africa.

Beneficiary address: 
Discovery House, Adabraka PO Box LG 510, Legon, Accra

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Beneficiary phone: 
+233 21 258 584
Location and contacts
UNESCO
Responsible UNESCO Regional advisers: 

Luc Rukingama, l.rukingama@unesco.org;

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Project place: 
AUCC Campus, Accra

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