Search R&P Entries
Validation Meeting on Safe School Resource Pack*Wilson, K. N.*Senior Lecturer*Guidance and Counselling unit of Ghana Education Service/UNICEF*M. Plaza, Hotel, Roman Ridge-Accra*19*20th December
Wilson, K. N.
THE MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program Learning Summit. Institute of Statistical, Social and Economic Research (ISSER), University of Ghana, Legon June 6, 2018
Paper presented:
Implementing the national guidance and counselling strategic plan: Call to all stakeholders
Abstract
Workshop for Research Supervisors*Wilson, K. N*Senior Lecturer*WABER Professional Education*British Council Auditorium*4th July 2018*4th July 2018
Workshop on Competence in Teaching and Learning in Higher Education*Wilson, K. N.*Senior Lecturer*WABER Professional Education*British Council*9-*10th July 2018
Asiedu, A. A., & Wilson, K. N.
1st Annual International Research Conference organized by the Centre for Ageing Studies-College of Humanities, in collaboration with Department of Psychiatry School of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Ghana. Great Hall, University of Ghana, Legon 2nd-3rd October 2017
Paper presented:
Managing Pre-Retirement Anxiety among Teachers in Asunafo South District
Abstract
Wilson, K. N.
12THISSBD African Regional Workshop. UEW, Winneba, Ghana 30th September -2nd December, 2017
Paper presented:
Domestic violence against women in the Effutu municipality in the Central Region of Ghana: Implications for counselling.
Abstract
The study investigated the prevalence of domestic violence within the Effutu Municipality, it also examined how counselling programmes can assist in addressing domestic violence within the municipality. The study employed a cross sectional survey design and collected both quantitative and qualitative data. A simple random sampling technique was used in the selection of 300 respondents for the quantitative study, while purposive sampling technique was used in the selection of 12 interviewees for the qualitative aspect of the study. Quantitative data collected were analysed using descriptive and inferential analysis while qualitative data was analysed using content and thematic analyses. The study revealed that Christians and traditionalists differed in their views with regards to cultural and life-time perceptions about domestic violence. Additionally, educational level attained also influenced respondents’ perceptions on domestic violence against women in the Effutu Municipality. It was also revealed that though, there are institutions that offer services to reduce or forestall the incidence of domestic violence; both victims and perpetrators did not receive any counselling in any form. It is therefore recommended that Effutu municipal assembly hire professionally trained counsellors, and attach them to the various institutions that deal with issues bordering on domestic violence. Keywords: Domestic Violence, Women and Counselling
The study investigated the prevalence of domestic violence within the Effutu Municipality, it also examined how counselling programmes can assist in addressing domestic violence within the municipality. The study employed a cross sectional survey design and collected both quantitative and qualitative data. A simple random sampling technique was used in the selection of 300 respondents for the quantitative study, while purposive sampling technique was used in the selection of 12 interviewees for the qualitative aspect of the study. Quantitative data collected were analysed using descriptive and inferential analysis while qualitative data was analysed using content and thematic analyses. The study revealed that Christians and traditionalists differed in their views with regards to cultural and life-time perceptions about domestic violence. Additionally, educational level attained also influenced respondents’ perceptions on domestic violence against women in the Effutu Municipality. It was also revealed that though, there are institutions that offer services to reduce or forestall the incidence of domestic violence; both victims and perpetrators did not receive any counselling in any form. It is therefore recommended that Effutu municipal assembly hire professionally trained counsellors, and attach them to the various institutions that deal with issues bordering on domestic violence. Keywords: Domestic Violence, Women and Counselling
Wilson, K. N.
4th International Research Conference of Ghana Psychological Association (GPA).. University of Professional Studies Accra, LBC Auditorium 16-17th August 2018
Paper presented:
The Role of (Counselling) Psychology in addressing the SDG’S: Psychological Subfields Perspectives
Abstract
There is an urgent need to create the enabling environment for a more active role and participation of the private sector in the realisation of the Sustainable Development Goals. The private sectors’ contribution in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals will be considered in a business-like manner, with higher stakes in ensuring social stability. The successful implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals involving the private sector would ultimately be regarded as contributing to sound corporate social responsibility and good corporate citizenship on the part of the private sector. For Counselling to be involved in the process they need proper counselling skills. They will have to learn to conduct test in communities, connect with policymakers and tackle complex issues from counseling perspectives. If this integration takes place, the strategies and policies that are adopted to effect the Sustainable Development Goals will be informed by evidence and will have results that improve people’s lives.
There is an urgent need to create the enabling environment for a more active role and participation of the private sector in the realisation of the Sustainable Development Goals. The private sectors’ contribution in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals will be considered in a business-like manner, with higher stakes in ensuring social stability. The successful implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals involving the private sector would ultimately be regarded as contributing to sound corporate social responsibility and good corporate citizenship on the part of the private sector. For Counselling to be involved in the process they need proper counselling skills. They will have to learn to conduct test in communities, connect with policymakers and tackle complex issues from counseling perspectives. If this integration takes place, the strategies and policies that are adopted to effect the Sustainable Development Goals will be informed by evidence and will have results that improve people’s lives.
Sackey, O. M. & Wilson, K. N. (2017). Correctional Counselling Programmes in Ghanaian Prisons: A Case Study of Koforidua Prisons.. Global Educational Research Journal, ,
Abstract
The study assessed correctional counselling services provided to inmates of Koforidua Prisons. The study adopted mixed method approach. An accessible population of 523 inmates and 176 officers of the Koforidua Prisons were participated. From this population, a sample of 29 inmates (age range of 18 – 29 years) and 5 officers (age range of 51-60 years) were selected using purposive sampling technique. Questionnaire was the main instrument used to collect data from the participants. Data was analysed and presented using simple frequency count and percent table and inferential statistics. The results revealed the nature of correctional counselling in Koforidua Prisons is crisis and integrative counselling. It was revealed that correctional counselling enhances inmates’ self- image. The result further illustrate that those who hold positive perception about correctional counselling have positive attitude towards the programme. The study also revealed that office accommodation for counsellors is thwarting the operations of correctional counselling in Koforidua prisons. Finally, it revealed that perception of inmates is positively associated with attitude of inmates. Based on the findings, it was concluded that proper utilization of correctional counselling would produce in inmate’s high sense of self-worth. It was further concluded that attitude towards correctional counselling depends on the degree of inmates’ perceptions. It was recommended among other things that prison authorities should provide office accommodation for counselling personnel for proper institutionalization of correctional counselling. It was also recommended that prison authorities should sponsor staff as part of staff development process, to read advanced courses in correctional counselling. Keywords: Correctional Counselling, Ghanaian Prisons
The study assessed correctional counselling services provided to inmates of Koforidua Prisons. The study adopted mixed method approach. An accessible population of 523 inmates and 176 officers of the Koforidua Prisons were participated. From this population, a sample of 29 inmates (age range of 18 – 29 years) and 5 officers (age range of 51-60 years) were selected using purposive sampling technique. Questionnaire was the main instrument used to collect data from the participants. Data was analysed and presented using simple frequency count and percent table and inferential statistics. The results revealed the nature of correctional counselling in Koforidua Prisons is crisis and integrative counselling. It was revealed that correctional counselling enhances inmates’ self- image. The result further illustrate that those who hold positive perception about correctional counselling have positive attitude towards the programme. The study also revealed that office accommodation for counsellors is thwarting the operations of correctional counselling in Koforidua prisons. Finally, it revealed that perception of inmates is positively associated with attitude of inmates. Based on the findings, it was concluded that proper utilization of correctional counselling would produce in inmate’s high sense of self-worth. It was further concluded that attitude towards correctional counselling depends on the degree of inmates’ perceptions. It was recommended among other things that prison authorities should provide office accommodation for counselling personnel for proper institutionalization of correctional counselling. It was also recommended that prison authorities should sponsor staff as part of staff development process, to read advanced courses in correctional counselling. Keywords: Correctional Counselling, Ghanaian Prisons
Agyei, P, & Wilson, K. N. (2017). Domestic Violence against Women in the Effutu Municipality in the Central Region of Ghana: Implications for Counselling. American Journal of Educational Research and Reviews, ,
Abstract
The study investigated the prevalence of domestic violence within the Effutu Municipality, it also examined how counselling programmes can assist in addressing domestic violence within the municipality. The study employed a cross sectional survey design and collected both quantitative and qualitative data. A simple random sampling technique was used in the selection of 300 respondents for the quantitative study. Data collected was analysed using descriptive and inferential analysis. The study revealed that Christians and traditionalists differed in their views with regards to cultural and life-time perceptions about domestic violence. Additionally, educational level attained also influenced respondents’ perceptions on domestic violence against women in the Effutu Municipality. It was also revealed that though, there are institutions that offer services to reduce or forestall the incidence of domestic violence; both victims and perpetrators did not receive any counselling in any form. It is therefore recommended that Effutu municipal assembly hire professionally trained counsellors, and attach them to the various institutions that deal with issues bordering on domestic violence. Keywords: Domestic Violence, Women and Counselling
The study investigated the prevalence of domestic violence within the Effutu Municipality, it also examined how counselling programmes can assist in addressing domestic violence within the municipality. The study employed a cross sectional survey design and collected both quantitative and qualitative data. A simple random sampling technique was used in the selection of 300 respondents for the quantitative study. Data collected was analysed using descriptive and inferential analysis. The study revealed that Christians and traditionalists differed in their views with regards to cultural and life-time perceptions about domestic violence. Additionally, educational level attained also influenced respondents’ perceptions on domestic violence against women in the Effutu Municipality. It was also revealed that though, there are institutions that offer services to reduce or forestall the incidence of domestic violence; both victims and perpetrators did not receive any counselling in any form. It is therefore recommended that Effutu municipal assembly hire professionally trained counsellors, and attach them to the various institutions that deal with issues bordering on domestic violence. Keywords: Domestic Violence, Women and Counselling
Attom, L. E., Anovunga, A., Gyasi, F. & Wilson, K. N. (2018). Challenges confronting teachers in providing Psycho-social Support Systems for Junior High School Students in the Central Region of Ghana. Journal of Innovation in Education in Africa (JIEA), 2,
Abstract
