On December 16, 2023, the United Nations Youth Association of Ghana (UNYA-GH) officially inaugurated Dr. Waheed Musah as the Special Envoy for Youth Diplomatic Affairs and Relations at Ghana’s Parliament House.
The appointment ceremony, presided over by Her Ladyship Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo, Chief Justice of the Republic of Ghana, included the swearing-in of Dr. Waheed Musah into his new role.
Dr. Waheed Musah is a highly decorated diplomat and humanitarian scientist who brings a wealth of experience to his new position.
As the Special Envoy for Youth Diplomatic Affairs and Relations for the United Nations Youth Association-Ghana, he holds various roles, including being a moderator, investment analyst, community development expert, project manager, poet, youth development advocate, and peace advocate.
Additionally, he serves as the founder and CEO of the International Humanity Chamber of Commerce (IHH) and holds positions with organizations such as the Acrossfaiths Foundation and American Applied University.
“My commitment is to promote youth development through diplomatic relations by promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion,” Dr. Waheed Musah stated. “And economically empower the youth to challenge them to excel in trade, business, investment, and industrialization in all aspects of life in order to accelerate youth sustainable economic development through partnerships and SDGs for a better world.”
Under the direction of H.E. WH. Kobina Adomadzi Longdon, the United Nations Youth Association-Ghana (UNYA-GH) is the youth branch of the United Nations Association Ghana (UNA-GH), whose mission is to promote, develop, and rally support for United Nations resolutions, programs, and initiatives.
“We believe that people, especially youth everywhere, must be actively involved at both local and global levels of decision-making towards boosting the achievement of the United Nations goals.”
The Youth Government Initiative (YGI), championed by the United Nations Youth Association-Ghana (UNYA-GH), focuses on nurturing a new cadre of patriotic young Ghanaians. Through simulations of Ghana’s governmental branches, along with mentorships, internships, and educational programs about the 1992 Constitution, YGI aims to instill values of ethical legislative leadership, good governance, judicial fairness, democracy, peacebuilding, international diplomacy, and global citizenship. This initiative is a strategic effort by UNYA-GH to foster youth engagement in national development, aligning with the objectives of the Sustainable Development Goals.
Founded in 2011, UNYA-GH has a dedicated mission to empower Ghana’s youth. It educates them on United Nations resolutions, programs, and initiatives, while advocating for their rights and responsibilities. The association also encourages youth participation in fostering universal sustainable peace and development.
As an entity, UNYA-GH maintains affiliations with several significant organizations, including the United Nations Association-Ghana (UNA-GH), the World Federation of United Nations Associations Youth (WFUNA Youth), and collaborates with various UN agencies and Ghanaian government institutions.
In its pursuit of peace and sustainable development at both local and global levels, UNYA-GH is actively expanding its network. It is forging strong partnerships with international development bodies, multinational corporations, embassies, consulates, academic institutions, traditional authorities, civil society organizations, philanthropic entities, and industry leaders. These collaborations are integral to its mission of achieving comprehensive and lasting impact.