By Angela Adu Asomaning
The National Peace Council (NPC) has launched the Development and Resilience Index Against Violent Extremism (DRIVE Index), a new tool designed to prevent violent extremism across the country. Developed in collaboration with key stakeholders, the DRIVE Index aims to strengthen prevention efforts and guide targeted interventions.
Speaking at the launch in Accra, Governing Member of the National Peace Council, Rev. Dr. Hilliard Dogbe, said although Ghana has avoided large-scale extremist attacks, pressures along its northern borders and underlying social tensions underscore the need for proactive prevention.
“While we have so far prevented large-scale violent extremist attacks, the pressures along our northern borders and the underlying social stressors within our communities remind us of the undeniable fact that peace cannot be taken for granted,” he noted.
Coordinator of Programmes, Esilience Pour la Paix, Mirkof Hoff, said the DRIVE Index will provide a clear picture of areas where communities or organizations are most vulnerable and where they demonstrate resilience. This balanced approach will ensure targeted interventions to address gaps and strengthen overall resilience.
“Those who are most resilient can also be an inspiration for those who may be the most vulnerable,” he added.
The proposed pilot, running from October 2025 to June 2026, will actively engage government institutions, security agencies, civil society, and community actors. This collaborative approach will ensure that the final outcomes are both credible and actionable
