The Executive Director of STAR-Ghana Foundation, Alhaji Ibrahim-Tanko Amidu, has highlighted storytelling, active citizenship, and inclusive leadership as essential tools for navigating today's complex world.
He shared these insights at a public lecture hosted in Accra by the Institute of Work, Employment and Society (IWES) at the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA), on the theme: 'Lessons from Experience: A Civil Society Leader's Journey in a Changing World.' The lecture aimed to inspire multiple generations through the real-life journey of one of Ghana's leading civil society voices.
Alhaji Amidu reflected on the communication gap between generations, stressing that effective leadership requires not just facts but relatable stories and shared human experiences. "Storytelling shapes how we view ourselves and our place in the world," he said, adding that, "But storytelling must evolve to stay relevant." Drawing on his time at the University of Ghana, he described how poverty, discipline, and determination shaped his path. "I arrived at Legon with nothing but determination," he said, noting that leaders must never forget the context of their journey.
He then urged parents to be more engaged in their children's upbringing, warning against the dangers of leaving this role to social media. "You can't outsource parenting to TikTok or Facebook," he stressed.
