The second edition of the JoyNews Impact Makers Awards commenced on Saturday, June 28, at the Accra International Conference Centre (AICC).
The event is part of the Multimedia Group Ltd JoyNews brand’s contribution to societal betterment.
It is a social project aimed at recognizing and celebrating individuals whose selfless contributions have changed socially deprived communities.
The event saw 10 individuals honoured with plaques, monetary awards, and citations for their contributions to society.
The winners were Miss Eunice Asiedua Agyepong, Dr. Kwame Sarkwah Aidoo, Gloria Lardi Adakurugu, Rev. Sr. Jucinta Akua Kwakyewaa Osei, Andrew Agyenim Boateng, Rhoda Kadoa Wedam, Samuel Nana-Bekai Djirackor, Nicholas Cofie, Joel Duah Afi, and Joseph Maudjorm.
The first awardee of the night was Rhoda Kadoa Wedam who received the award for her impact through Women and Girls Empowerment at Tamale in the Northern region.
She thanked JoyNews for honoring and celebrating her.
“I also want to thank my beneficiaries for allowing me to impact their lives because their success stories have brought me far.”
Madam Wedam emphasized that mental hygiene is a global issue significantly impacting many girls in the country, and it requires much greater attention.
Source: JoyNews.com
