Our Journey Toward Change
Discover who we are, what drives us, and how we create opportunities for young leaders to think critically, communicate boldly, and lead with purpose.
Our Story
From Volunteer Roots to West Africa’s Leading Voice in Critical Thinking
In July 2014, Speech Forces was founded as a volunteer group to assist with the development of critical thinking in high schools across the country. The first group of volunteers were drawn from KNUST and University of Ghana. These were the two active debating institutions at the time, and their effort laid the firm foundation for what Speech Forces has become. The mandate was simple, the project was to help fill the gaps in thinking and confidence building that is evident in our education sector.
For what started as a voluntary outreach project, Speech Forces has grown to become a household name for speech and critical thinking organization in West Africa.
11
Years of experience
36K
Youth Impacted
642
Projects completed across West Africa
Our Process
Empowering Voices, Shaping Futures
Who are we?
a vibrant and diverse community dedicated to empowering young people with the skills to think critically, communicate confidently, and lead effectively. Founded to bridge gaps in education and build confident voices, we have grown into a leading platform for debate, dialogue, and personal development across West Africa. Our strength lies in our commitment to inclusion, integrity, and nurturing potential in every individual we reach.
What do we do?
At Speech Forces, we create dynamic platforms and programs that cultivate critical thinking, leadership, and expressive skills. Through debate tournaments, interactive forums, and tailored training sessions, we engage individuals and organizations alike—equipping them to face challenges with clarity and creativity. Our initiatives are designed not only to build communication skills but also to inspire collaboration and innovative problem-solving.
Why Do We Do It?
We believe that access to leadership, communication, and critical thinking skills should never be limited by background or circumstance. Speech Forces exists to break down these barriers, fostering a world where every individual has the tools to express themselves, lead change, and contribute meaningfully to their communities. Our work is driven by the conviction that empowered voices can transform societies and create lasting impact.
The Goal
Our Mission
Speech Forces creates platforms and supports a diverse community of people and organizations committed to the development of critical thinking and expressive skills.
The Outlook
Our Vision
We envision a world in which there are no barriers to the access of leadership, communication, collaboration, critical thinking and creative skills for organizations, communities and people of all backgrounds
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