The discussion on Economic Empowerment will be centered on the policy priority areas as set out in the Ghana National Youth Policy:

• Employment creation remains a major priority in the country's development agenda and it is the goal of Government to provide the youth with opportunities for employment and labour market information.
• Entrepreneurial development, among other factors, propels and accelerates socio-economic development. However, its development is limited to a small section of the youth. Government realizes the need to mainstream entrepreneurial development into school curricula to give it the necessary impetus.
• Agriculture continues to be the highest contributor to Ghana's Gross Domestic Product (GDP). It also provides employment for a majority of Ghana's population. Increased productivity in agriculture ensures food security and contributes immensely to the health and well-being of the people.
• Young people generally tend to have limited access to resources, information, and control over their lives. This makes them vulnerable to various forms of abuse, exploitation, harassment, and neglect.