PACTS Ghana Fellow Dr. Eunice Agyeman Ahmed Leads Inspiring World Sickle Cell Day Initiatives

On World Sickle Cell Day, June 19, 2025, Dr. Eunice Agyeman Ahmed, a PACTS Doctoral Research Fellow from the Ghana site, spearheaded an engaging Debate at T.I. Ahmadiyya Senior High School in an impactful educational initiative. These efforts reached a wide audience through various media platforms.

Dr. Ahmed hosted a lively debate at the T.I. Ahmadiyya Senior High School in Kumasi. The debate featured two teams passionately discussing the motion: "Is Love Alone Enough, or Should Sickle Cell Compatibility Matter When Choosing a Partner?"

This engaging discussion aimed to educate students on the critical importance of genotype compatibility in relationships, particularly when planning for children. The enthusiastic participation as well as the huge number of students involved made for a truly memorable event!

The impactful outing garnered significant attention from various media outlets, ensuring the vital message reached an even wider audience.

You can explore the coverage through the following links:

 * Read the Ghana News Agency article: https://gna.org.gh/2025/06/youth-urged-to-make-informed-choices-to-prevent-sickle-cell-births/

 * Watch the debate highlights: