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MANDATE

As mandated by the PRAAD Act 535 of 1997, the Department is responsible for managing records in all public institutions from creation to disposition and any other duties that would enhance the preservation of public records.

VISION

The vision of the Department is “A department with professional excellence in records and archival management”

MISSION

To preserve Ghana’s collective memory, provide public access by facilitating and overseeing the efficient management of records of all Public institutions and the Private sector using competent staff and modern technology.

OBJECTIVES

• Establish effective records management systems in both the public and Private sectors of the country.
• Provide quality services to users through the development of well trained and committed human resources in PRAAD.
• Ensure quality services to users through the provision of effective support systems.
• Preserve, conserve, and develop archives and to prepare finding aids for records in custody.
• Enhance PRAAD’s capacity to deliver services in the regions by establishing fully functional regional offices.

CORE VALUES

Our core value is to deliver quality records and archival services by ensuring –

• Professionalism
• Excellence
• Integrity
• Confidentiality