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Topic
Unregulated Mining and the Human Cost: Exploring the Impact of Galamsey on Communities.
- Introduction
- Causes of Galamsey
- Environmental Impacts that Transfer Harm to Humans
- Direct Health Effects on Human Beings
- Socioeconomic and Psychological Effects
- Conclusion and Recommendations
Topic
Illegal Mining (Galamsey) AND Threatens Ghana’s Food Security.
- Introduction
- Galamsey’s Impact on Agriculture
- Environmental and Health Consequences
- Food Security Implications
- Conclusion and Recommendations
Topic
Forensic Photography: Bridging Science, Art, and Justice
- Introduction
- Fingerprint Science & Henry Classification System
- Latent Print Development (Dusting, Chemical Methods)
- AFIS & Digital Fingerprint Analysis
- Crime Scene Techniques for Print Collection
- Conclusion and Recommendations
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Leveraging OSINT for Digital Forensics: Investigative Techniques and Best Practices
- Introduction
- OSINT Tools and Techniques for Forensic Investigation
- Critical Areas of Forensic Importance
- Best Practices and Challenges
- Case Studies and Applications
- Conclusion and Recommendations
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Who Should Enroll?
This webinar brings together experts from technology, law, and science. It is perfect for:
✅ Police & Investigators: Modernize your skills with digital tracking and high-end photography.
✅ Lawyers & Legal Teams: Learn how digital evidence is collected so you can use it effectively in court.
✅ Environmentalists & Policy Makers: Anyone working to solve the “Galamsey” (illegal mining) crisis.
✅ Journalists & Researchers: Learn how to use online tools to track illegal activities and verify facts.
✅ Healthcare Workers: Understand how unregulated mining affects the health and safety of local communities.
What You Will Gain
After this two-day session, you will be able to:
Skills You’ll Master:
- Online tracking by learning how to use social media and data tools to find digital threats.
- Court-ready photos by mastering camera settings, lighting, and 3D scanning so your photos can be used as evidence
- Spotting fakes by using forensic tools to tell if an image or video has been changed or faked.
- Impact tracking through connecting mining chemicals (like mercury) to health problems and farming issues.
- Handling evidence by learning how to keep evidence safe and valid, from digital files to soil samples.
- Problem solving through creating plans that balance mining needs with the need for safe food and water.
Career Benefits:
- Learn high-demand skills in digital tracking and environmental forensics that make you stand out to employers.
- Learn how to explain complex data so that a judge or jury can easily understand it.
- Meet and learn from industry leaders like Dr. Abdul Rahman and Mr. Sedem Kwasigah.
- Turn your general skills into specialized consulting services that pay more.
Dr. Abdul Rahman
Medical Doctor at UGMCDr. Rahman will detail the direct human cost of unregulated mining. His presentation will focus on the epidemiological and clinical impacts of mercury and chemical exposure on community health, water bodies, and long-term public well-being in mining regions.
Ms. Millicent Gyasiwaa
Dietitian, USAMs. Millicent’s insights will cover how contaminated water and soil affect crop yields, impact fisheries, and introduce toxins into the national food chain, creating a looming crisis of malnutrition and chronic disease.
Mr. Muntawakilu Amadu
Forensic ExpertMr. Amadu will demonstrate how meticulous forensic photography transforms environmental damage into scientifically and legally admissible evidence, crucial for securing justice against illegal miners and documenting the true extent of the ecological harm.
Mr. Sedem Kwasigah
Digital Forensic ExpertMr. Sedem’s expertise focuses on using Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) and digital forensics to trace the networks, funding, and machinery behind illegal mining operations, providing actionable intelligence for law enforcement and advocacy groups.
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