Hive Student Hub collaborated with @gemghana and visited the Tamale prison service for a donations to the inmates.During the visit to the Tamale prison, the team had the privilege of conducting donations and providing support to the inmates. The primary focus of the visit was to uplift the spirits of the prisoners and encourage them to persevere towards their dreams.
Aside from offering words of encouragement, the team also included nurses who conducted tests for HIV and hepatitis B among the inmates. This provision of medical support aimed to ensure the well-being of the prisoners in terms of their overall health.
To ensure that the donations reached the intended recipients, the team handed them over to the senior officers present at the prison. These senior officers acted as representatives of the inmates and would subsequently distribute the donations accordingly.
Overall, the experience was a great opportunity for GEMGhana to make a positive impact on the lives of the prisoners in the Tamale prison. Alongside offering support and encouragement, the initiative also sought to address some of the inmates' medical needs, emphasizing the importance of holistic care in such settings.