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Rev. Kwesi Nkum Wilson (PhD)
2016 Retirees Seminar. Demonstration Theatre, North Campus, UEW, Winneba. 15-16th June 2016
Paper presented:
Retirement Preparation and Life in Retirement
Abstract
Ghanaians often never think of retirement when they start working, hence they are not able to make the right decisions concerning it. Four crucial things to consider for an individual’s retirement are a Dwelling House, Stable family, Children who are out of school or at the tertiary level and modest savings. Lack of any of these, creates a serious problem for the retired person, he said. Retirement is a phase in life and not a crisis situation. Just like a child moves from the adolescent stage to adulthood, retirement is supposed to be a smooth transition if one really plans it well. Additionally, it is important to do a checklist on oneself by using the following; • At what age will I retire • Where will I live when I retire • When to start a family and what number of family • How will I sustain my family when I retire (consider Passive Income Generation) • What kind of lifestyle do I hope to lead after retirement Before retirement, one needs to build social networks, engage in voluntary activities, church or political activities and locate old friends. Humans are Psycho (Mind) Somatic (Body) Pneumatic (Spirit) beings and therefore every aspect of our personality must be well nurtured before we retire. Retirement is more desirable than dying on the job, therefore prepare to retire and enjoy your retirement.
Ghanaians often never think of retirement when they start working, hence they are not able to make the right decisions concerning it. Four crucial things to consider for an individual’s retirement are a Dwelling House, Stable family, Children who are out of school or at the tertiary level and modest savings. Lack of any of these, creates a serious problem for the retired person, he said. Retirement is a phase in life and not a crisis situation. Just like a child moves from the adolescent stage to adulthood, retirement is supposed to be a smooth transition if one really plans it well. Additionally, it is important to do a checklist on oneself by using the following; • At what age will I retire • Where will I live when I retire • When to start a family and what number of family • How will I sustain my family when I retire (consider Passive Income Generation) • What kind of lifestyle do I hope to lead after retirement Before retirement, one needs to build social networks, engage in voluntary activities, church or political activities and locate old friends. Humans are Psycho (Mind) Somatic (Body) Pneumatic (Spirit) beings and therefore every aspect of our personality must be well nurtured before we retire. Retirement is more desirable than dying on the job, therefore prepare to retire and enjoy your retirement.
Wilson, K. N.
24th Biennial Meeting of the International Society for the study of Behavioural Development. Vilius, Lithuania 10-14th July 2016
Paper presented:
Predictors of Retirement Adjustment among Senior Staff of Public Universities in Ghana
Abstract
Retirement as a stage in life has been seen differently by different people based on their perception, preparation and personal experience. This study investigated some of the institutional and personality variables that could predict retirement adjustments among the senior staff of three public universities in Ghana. Using the mixed method approach of research with the descriptive survey as the research design, the study employed the stratified sampling technique to select the universities, and the availability technique to select a sample size of 111 respondents (who had less than 60 months to attain the compulsory retirement of 60 years in Ghana) out of which 15 were through a consensus. The study made use of two instruments comprising a self-report questionnaire (Retirement Adjustment Questionnaire) and semi-structured interview sessions. Both the descriptive and inferential statistical tools were used to analyse the quantitative data using the cronbach co-efficient internal consistency of 0.872. The qualitative data was transcribed into text and subjected to thick narrative descriptions from which thematic categories with explanations emerged throughout the study for conclusions and recommendations to be made. Findings from the study revealed that one main consideration or adjustment process for retirement was the financial implications on the retiree. The study thus recommends among other things pre-retirement workshops/seminars on socio-economic, political and institutional factors that could influence retirement adjustment processes.
Retirement as a stage in life has been seen differently by different people based on their perception, preparation and personal experience. This study investigated some of the institutional and personality variables that could predict retirement adjustments among the senior staff of three public universities in Ghana. Using the mixed method approach of research with the descriptive survey as the research design, the study employed the stratified sampling technique to select the universities, and the availability technique to select a sample size of 111 respondents (who had less than 60 months to attain the compulsory retirement of 60 years in Ghana) out of which 15 were through a consensus. The study made use of two instruments comprising a self-report questionnaire (Retirement Adjustment Questionnaire) and semi-structured interview sessions. Both the descriptive and inferential statistical tools were used to analyse the quantitative data using the cronbach co-efficient internal consistency of 0.872. The qualitative data was transcribed into text and subjected to thick narrative descriptions from which thematic categories with explanations emerged throughout the study for conclusions and recommendations to be made. Findings from the study revealed that one main consideration or adjustment process for retirement was the financial implications on the retiree. The study thus recommends among other things pre-retirement workshops/seminars on socio-economic, political and institutional factors that could influence retirement adjustment processes.
Yizo, P. & Wilson, K. N.
10th Annual Decolonizing the Spirit International Conference.. Embu University College, Kenya 19th -21st July, 2016
Paper presented:
Awareness, Attitude and Practice of Contraceptive use among in-school and out-of-school adolescents in the Sunyani Municipality of Ghana
Abstract
The study examined the awareness, attitude and practice of contraceptive use among in- school and out- of- school adolescents in Sunyani Municipality of Brong Ahafo Region of Ghana and the extent to which this can influence their use or non-use of contraceptives. The instrument used for data collection was questionnaire. Simple random sampling technique was used to select sixty (60) in-school adolescents and convenient and purposive sampling techniques were used to select sixty (60) out- of- school adolescents. Both descriptive and inferential statistics were used in analysing the data. The construct validity was established using reliability Cronbach’s alpha of 0.78. The results indicate that there was no significant difference among in- school and out- of- school adolescents’ awareness, and practice of contraceptive use however, there was significant difference of attitudes and faiths of in -school and out -of- school adolescents of contraceptive use. Also, they have problem of accessing the contraceptives and that might lead to low usage of contraceptives. The study again revealed that the faiths of some respondents influence their use or non-use of contraceptives. Generally, there was significant difference of attitudes of contraceptive use and the faith of adolescents in contraceptive use among in- school and out- of- school adolescents. However, there was no significant difference in their awareness and usage of contraceptive use among in- school and out- of- school adolescents. Based on the findings, it is recommended that access to reproductive health services needs to be improved especially among the in-school adolescents. There is the need to incorporate the right contraceptive information in the school curriculum. Finally, out-of-school adolescents should receive periodic dissemination of appropriate Behaviour Change Communication (BCC) on the relevance of contraception. Key Words: Awareness, Attitude, Practice, Contraceptive Use, In-School, Out-Of-School & Adolescents
The study examined the awareness, attitude and practice of contraceptive use among in- school and out- of- school adolescents in Sunyani Municipality of Brong Ahafo Region of Ghana and the extent to which this can influence their use or non-use of contraceptives. The instrument used for data collection was questionnaire. Simple random sampling technique was used to select sixty (60) in-school adolescents and convenient and purposive sampling techniques were used to select sixty (60) out- of- school adolescents. Both descriptive and inferential statistics were used in analysing the data. The construct validity was established using reliability Cronbach’s alpha of 0.78. The results indicate that there was no significant difference among in- school and out- of- school adolescents’ awareness, and practice of contraceptive use however, there was significant difference of attitudes and faiths of in -school and out -of- school adolescents of contraceptive use. Also, they have problem of accessing the contraceptives and that might lead to low usage of contraceptives. The study again revealed that the faiths of some respondents influence their use or non-use of contraceptives. Generally, there was significant difference of attitudes of contraceptive use and the faith of adolescents in contraceptive use among in- school and out- of- school adolescents. However, there was no significant difference in their awareness and usage of contraceptive use among in- school and out- of- school adolescents. Based on the findings, it is recommended that access to reproductive health services needs to be improved especially among the in-school adolescents. There is the need to incorporate the right contraceptive information in the school curriculum. Finally, out-of-school adolescents should receive periodic dissemination of appropriate Behaviour Change Communication (BCC) on the relevance of contraception. Key Words: Awareness, Attitude, Practice, Contraceptive Use, In-School, Out-Of-School & Adolescents
Advanced Coaching Seminar*Rev. Kwesi Nkum Wilson (PhD)*Senior Lecturer/HOD*International Leadership Foundation (ILF)*Brackenhurst Conference Centre, Limuru, Kenya*19 September, 2016*20 September, 2016
Facilitators Certification Training*Rev. Kwesi Nkum Wilson (PhD)*Senior Lecturer/HOD*International Leadership Foundation*Brackenhurst Conference Centre, Limuru, Kenya*21 September, 2016*22 September, 2016
The National Academies of SCIENCES. ENGINEERING. MEDICINE: Forum on Investing in Young Children Globally (iYCG) Workshop #9 Innovations in Investing in Young Children Globally*Rev. Kwesi Nkum Wilson (PhD)*Senior Lecturer/HOD*Jacobs Foundation, the Institute for Human Development at the Aga Khan University and the Benard van Leer Foundation.*The Hotel Tiama, Boulevard de la Republique Abidjan 04 Cote d’Ivoire*October 20, 2016*October 21, 2016
African ECD/CD Scholars Workshops (ASW), East and West Africa Research Network and Scholars Workshop and Planning Meeting.*Rev. Kwesi Nkum Wilson (PhD)*Senior Lecturer/HOD*U.S. National Academies’ Investing in Young Children Globally*The Hotel Tiama, Boulevard de la Republique Abidjan 04 Cote d’Ivoire*October 23 - 25, 2016*25th October 2016
Gleku, T., Wilson, K. N., & Amos, P. M. (2016). Depression among teenage mothers in Otumi Community in the Kwaebibirim District of the Eastern Region of Ghana. Research on Humanities and Social Sciences, 6,
Abstract
The research investigated depression among teenage mothers in Otumi. The population for the study comprised all teenage mothers in Otumi community. The sample size comprised sixty teenage mothers from Otumi community in the Kwaebibirim District of the Eastern Region of Ghana. The study aimed at finding whether the level of depression varied with age, socioeconomic status and marital status of non clinical teenage mothers. The main instrument used for the collection of the data was the Beck Depression Inventory, and the data collected was analyzed and presented in descriptive and inferential statistic form using frequencies, t-test tables and percentages. The result of the study revealed that age, socioeconomic status and marital status has significant relationship with the level of depression among the mothers. It was evident from the study that young teenage mothers, teenage mothers from low socioeconomic background and teenage mothers who are single suffer high level of depression. In the light of the above findings, it was recommended that the Ministry of Gender and Social Protection as well as the Department of Social welfare should organize social education and create social safety nets to support teenage mothers to help curb their level of depression. Key Words: Depression, Teenage Mothers
The research investigated depression among teenage mothers in Otumi. The population for the study comprised all teenage mothers in Otumi community. The sample size comprised sixty teenage mothers from Otumi community in the Kwaebibirim District of the Eastern Region of Ghana. The study aimed at finding whether the level of depression varied with age, socioeconomic status and marital status of non clinical teenage mothers. The main instrument used for the collection of the data was the Beck Depression Inventory, and the data collected was analyzed and presented in descriptive and inferential statistic form using frequencies, t-test tables and percentages. The result of the study revealed that age, socioeconomic status and marital status has significant relationship with the level of depression among the mothers. It was evident from the study that young teenage mothers, teenage mothers from low socioeconomic background and teenage mothers who are single suffer high level of depression. In the light of the above findings, it was recommended that the Ministry of Gender and Social Protection as well as the Department of Social welfare should organize social education and create social safety nets to support teenage mothers to help curb their level of depression. Key Words: Depression, Teenage Mothers
Kwao, G & Wilson, K. N
1st “No Yawa National Youth Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights Summit.” Theme ‘‘Activating Youth SRHR Voices for Change’’. Kofi Annan International Peace Keeping and Training Centre (KAIPTC), Accra, Ghana 8-9th June, 2016
Paper presented:
Adolescent Sexual Behaviours: The Case of J.H.S Students in Yilo Krobo District in the Eastern Region of Ghana
Abstract
The research was on Adolescent Sexual Behaviours of Junior High Students in Yilo Krobo District in Eastern Region of Ghana. Its purpose was to investigate the causal factors of sexual behaviours among adolescents, the problems associated with adolescent sexual behaviours and the possible antidote to reduce or control the situation. The study sample was made up of one hundred and twenty (120) respondents ranging from 14 -17 years. Questionnaires was the main instrument used to collect the data. The results of the study revealed that adolescents who engaged in premarital sex have social, psychological, health, financial and management problems, the findings again revealed some remedial measures for changing the sexual behaviour patterns of the students. The most common source of adolescent sexual behaviours was curiosity and Pornography. Guidance and counseling services was lacking in the schools although sex education was taught, it was not given enough time. Parental neglect was a causal factor of adolescent sexual behaviours coupled with less information on sex education at home. Most teenage were at a greater chance of contracting STIs. The study showed that the following measures should be undertaken; sex education should be given to the teenagers to remain chaste until they marry, the government should enforce laws on the media to limit circulation of pornographic material, girls clubs in school should be well resourced and look attractive and also proper parental care for children should be given to help minimize the problem of sexual behaviours among adolescents. Family life education programmes which are seen as a tool for helping the youth to lead a healthy, socially acceptable life at all times should be encouraged by parents. This can be done through wards involvement in the programmes.
The research was on Adolescent Sexual Behaviours of Junior High Students in Yilo Krobo District in Eastern Region of Ghana. Its purpose was to investigate the causal factors of sexual behaviours among adolescents, the problems associated with adolescent sexual behaviours and the possible antidote to reduce or control the situation. The study sample was made up of one hundred and twenty (120) respondents ranging from 14 -17 years. Questionnaires was the main instrument used to collect the data. The results of the study revealed that adolescents who engaged in premarital sex have social, psychological, health, financial and management problems, the findings again revealed some remedial measures for changing the sexual behaviour patterns of the students. The most common source of adolescent sexual behaviours was curiosity and Pornography. Guidance and counseling services was lacking in the schools although sex education was taught, it was not given enough time. Parental neglect was a causal factor of adolescent sexual behaviours coupled with less information on sex education at home. Most teenage were at a greater chance of contracting STIs. The study showed that the following measures should be undertaken; sex education should be given to the teenagers to remain chaste until they marry, the government should enforce laws on the media to limit circulation of pornographic material, girls clubs in school should be well resourced and look attractive and also proper parental care for children should be given to help minimize the problem of sexual behaviours among adolescents. Family life education programmes which are seen as a tool for helping the youth to lead a healthy, socially acceptable life at all times should be encouraged by parents. This can be done through wards involvement in the programmes.
Avoke, M. (Ed), (2016). African Journal of Interdisciplinary Studies, 9, http://journals.uew.edu.gh/index.php/AJIS. ISSN: 0855-9724
