The Junior Football Camp (JFC) has continued its mission of empowering young girls beyond football, with the third session of its WELL GIRLS mentorship programme featuring Commissioner of Police (COP) Lydia Donkor, Director-General of the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service.

The Accra-based football academy, which has trained more than 800 boys and girls since its inception, uses football as a platform to develop technical ability, leadership skills and character while creating pathways to schools and football academies in the United Kingdom.

The latest mentorship session saw COP Donkor encourage participants to embrace change, remain adaptable and pursue their ambitions without fear of changing direction.

Reflecting on her own career journey, she told the girls that their dreams may evolve over time and urged them to remain committed to excellence regardless of the path they choose.

"When I was growing up, I wanted to become an air hostess. Later, I set my sights on becoming a lawyer. Today, I proudly serve as a Commissioner of Police. Life will sometimes take you in directions you never imagined, and that's okay," she said.

As part of the programme, COP Donkor selected four girls who aspire to join the Ghana Police Service to become her mentees in a structured leadership and personal development initiative.

The WELL GIRLS project is designed to empower 100 girls aged between 10 and 16 through football, mentorship and values-based education. It aims to promote healthy lifestyles, build confidence and leadership skills, and increase access to safe sporting opportunities for young girls.

JFC Founder and Director, Cyril Nii Ayitey Tetteh, said the mentorship series reflects the organisation's commitment to holistic youth development.

"At JFC, we believe football is only one part of a girl's journey. Through the WELL GIRLS programme, we are intentionally investing in young women who will lead with character, confidence and compassion," he said.

Project Manager Gifty Buxton added that every mentorship session is designed to help participants discover their potential and develop the confidence to pursue their aspirations.

The WELL GIRLS programme is implemented by JFC in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation and Digital Opportunity Trust through the Employee Innovation Fund.

Built around four pillars - Wellness, Empowerment through Education, Leadership Development, and a Lifestyle that Prioritises Health - the initiative seeks to equip young girls with the confidence, resilience and leadership skills needed to succeed in school, sport and life.