The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MoGCSP), in collaboration with the Serious and Organised Crime–Ghana (SOC-G) Programme, has held a two-day roundtable validation workshop to review and validate key operational documents of the Non-Profit Organisation Secretariat (NPOS).

The workshop brought together representatives from government institutions, civil society organisations, and development partners to strengthen Ghana’s regulatory and supervisory framework for the non-profit sector.

The validation exercise forms part of ongoing reforms under the SOC-G Programme and supports Ghana’s preparations for the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) Mutual Evaluation scheduled for January 2026.

Discussions focused on improving transparency, accountability, and resilience within the non-profit sector, while safeguarding civic space and promoting responsible NPO operations.

Addressing participants, the Head of the Non-Profit Organisation Secretariat, Mr. Felix Logah, described the engagement as a strategic step toward strengthening Ghana’s compliance with international standards.

He noted that the effectiveness of the Secretariat depends on strong policies, clear procedures, and practical supervisory tools.

Mr. Logah explained that the workshop provided an opportunity for stakeholders to review and refine key operational documents guiding the work of the Secretariat.

These include the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Supervisory Manual, NPO Policy, NPO Directives, and the NPO Guidance Handbook.

He said the documents are critical for guiding day-to-day operations, supporting a risk-based supervisory approach, and preventing the misuse of non-profit organisations for money laundering, terrorist financing, and other organised crimes.

He commended participants for their active engagement and technical input, describing the roundtable as participatory and forward-looking.

He added that the collective contributions would ensure the development of fit-for-purpose documents ready for printing, dissemination, and official launch ahead of the Mutual Evaluation.

Also addressing the workshop, the Team Leader of the SOC-G Programme, Linda Ofori-Kwafo, stressed the importance of well-developed and validated operational frameworks in supporting Ghana’s efforts to meet international anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing standards.