FOUNDATION FOR SOCIETAL SECURITY Concept Paper 2009
“If a free society cannot help the many who are poor, then it cannot save the few who are rich.” - John F. Kennedy In recent times, the idea of free society has become an eminent matter for discussion on several platforms. Politicians, religious leaders, social commentators and free thinkers dexterously discuss this matter with passion and seriousness. Along the length and breath of Africa and Ghana specifically, freedom of speech, the right to; life, religion, education and other forms of citizenry rights are touted daily by our leaders as virtues they are either aspiring to or as their achievements. As to whether these rights are fully enjoyed by the citizens or not, are matters for investigation and discussion. Foundation for Societal Security (FSS) seeks to advocate for realistic implementation of policies, programmes and projects that will secure the future of our young democratic states in Africa. This motive is informed by the need to establish strong foundation