The Youth Employment Agency (YEA), in partnership with the Ghana Police Service, has launched a Community Protection Assistants (CPA) training programme at the Ho Police Training School.

The initiative, unveiled on Wednesday, July 22, is part of the government’s broader strategy to address youth unemployment.

The launch was graced by senior officials, including the Volta Regional Police Commander, DCOP Wisdom Akorli; YEA Volta Regional Director, Mr Daniel Hamenu; and the Officer-in-Charge of the Ho Police Training School, ACP William Acolatse.

A total of 1,013 young recruits from the Volta, Eastern, and Oti Regions have been selected to undergo a rigorous three-week training programme. The curriculum includes modules on Criminal Law, Human Rights, intelligence gathering, and physical drills.

ACP Acolatse, in his address, underscored the importance of discipline, noting that the training school is well-prepared to deliver a high standard of instruction.

In his keynote remarks, the Volta regional minister, James Gunu, highlighted the initiative as a “significant step” in securing the dual objectives of youth empowerment and public safety.

He urged the recruits to approach the programme with discipline and purpose, recognising their future role as critical links between the police and local communities.

The YEA leadership also announced plans for additional training modules, including Prison Support Assistants and Community Medical First Responders. Top-performing recruits may be considered for future enlistment into the Ghana Police Service.

This CPA training programme is being replicated in five other police training institutions across the country, forming part of a nationwide effort to create employment opportunities for the youth while promoting peace and order.