MONDAY MORNING QUESTION ๐ฌ๐ญโ
Does Ghana really need a 300-member Parliament?
Can we improve representation for women, young people and persons with disabilities without simply adding more MPs?
๐ฌ 300 MPs: YES or NO, and why?
Swipe ๐๐พ for the civil society position.
#CPCR #ConstitutionalReform
Civil Society has spoken on Ghanaโs constitutional reform. ๐ฌ๐ญ
CPCR has presented its positions on the reforms Ghana needs, what it supports, where it differs with Government, and what must happen next.
๐ Full Position Paper: shorturl.at/W00Nx๐๏ธ Press Address: shorturl.at/8xNzC
What ONE reform do you believe Ghana must get right? ๐๐พ
Can Parliament effectively check the government if some MPs are also running the government? ๐ฌ๐ญCivil society supports separating the roles of MP and Minister.But we want to hear from you:Should MPs be allowed to serve as Ministers?YES or NO, and why? ๐๐พ#CPCR #ConstitutionalReform
How independent is an institution if its leadership depends heavily on one office? ๐ฌ๐ญ
Civil society wants competitive, merit-based and independent processes for appointments to key independent institutions.
Independence should begin with the appointment.
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#CPCR #ConstitutionalReform
4 YEARS or 5 YEARS? ๐ฌ๐ญ
Should Ghana extend the presidential term, or can the challenges of a 4-year term be addressed without giving the Presidency another year?
Civil society has taken a position.
Swipe to see why. ๐
What do you think? Drop your comments
#CPCR #ConstitutionalReform
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Should Ghana have a fixed election period?
What if everyone knew years in advance exactly when presidential elections would take place?
The Constitution Review Committee (CRC) recommended setting Ghana's presidential elections in the first week of November. The Government has accepted this recommendation, saying it will improve planning, predictability, and ensure a smoother transition of power.
But what does this really mean for you as a citizen?
Swipe through to see the Government's position explained in simple language.
๐ฌ Do you think fixing the election period is a good idea? Tell us why in the comments.
๐ฌ๐ญ Should Ghana lower the minimum age to become President?
Current Constitution: 40 years
CRC Recommendation: 30 years
Government Position: 35 years (Accepted in Principle)
What age do you think is right?
๐ณ๏ธ Join the conversation and explore more constitutional reform proposals at citizensforreform.org
#ConstitutionExplained #CPCR #Ghana #ConstitutionalReform
๐ฌ๐ญ Should Ghana's President serve for FIVE years instead of FOUR?
It's one of the biggest proposals in Ghana's Constitutional Review, and we're breaking it down in simple language.
In this first edition of #ConstitutionExplained, we unpack:
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What the CRC proposed
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Government's position
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What it could mean for every Ghanaian
๐ฌ Do you support a five-year presidential term? Tell us why.
๐ Learn more and follow the constitutional reform process at citizensforreform.org
#CPCR #ConstitutionExplained #ConstitutionalReform #KnowTheReform #YourConstitutionYourVoice #Ghana
PRESS CONFERENCE
The Citizens Platform for Constitutional Reform (CPCR) will hold a press conference to share updates on Ghanaโs constitutional reform process and the role of citizens in shaping the countryโs democratic future.
๐ Mon, 16 March 2025
โฐ 10:00 AM
๐ Press Center
Follow the reform conversation:
๐ citizensforreform.org
#CPCR #ConstitutionalReform #CitizenEngagement #KnowYourRights
Happy Independence Day, Ghana!
Today we celebrate the courage, vision, and sacrifice that led to our nationโs freedom.
Independence was not only about breaking from colonial rule, it was about building a nation where citizens have a voice, rights are protected, and governance reflects the will of the people.
As Ghana continues to grow, conversations about our Constitution and the future of our democracy remain just as important.
At CPCR, we believe that informed citizens strengthen democracy.
Explore the Constitution, track reforms, and stay informed about the future of our nation.
๐ท citizensforreform.org
#IndependenceDayGH #CPCR #KnowYourRights #GhanaAt68
The CPCR team had a productive engagement with the Trade Union Congress (TUC) Ghana to discuss the Citizens Platform for Constitutional Reforms.
Organized labour plays a vital role in shaping reforms that affect workersโ rights, economic justice, and national development.
Track the reforms that affect you.
๐ citizensforreform.org
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