Empowering Dreams: KDE Disability Africa Foundation Celebrates Second Graduation Ceremony

MONROVIA, Liberia - July 29, 2024 - PRLog -- The KDE Disability Africa Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities, celebrated its second graduation ceremony in Monrovia, Liberia, on July 28, 2024. The event marked a significant milestone in the foundation's mission to provide technical and vocational education to women with disabilities in Liberia.

Twenty students including four women with physical disabilities completed KDE's vocational training program in Tailoring and Fashion Design, Soap Science, and Computer Literacy in July 2024. This achievement demonstrates the foundation's commitment to inclusivity and empowerment.  Since 2021, the foundation has trained over 60 students, providing them with the skills and confidence to succeed in their chosen fields.

The ceremony was attended by Honorable Samuel Dean, Executive Director of the National Commission on Disabilities (NCD) Liberia, who served as the guest speaker and chief fundraiser. Mr. Melvin Harding, National Vice President for Administration, National Union of Organizations of the Disabled (NUOD), also attended the ceremony and pledged 10,000 Liberty (equivalent to $50 US dollars).

In his address, Mr. Dean commended the graduates for their courage and determination in choosing education over begging, emphasizing their potential to become leaders. He highlighted the NCD's mission to advocate for the rights of Liberia's disabled population and provide support through subsidies and empowerment grants. Mr. Dean also recognized the dedication of KDE's educators, who have transformed the lives of socio-economically deprived women in Liberia.  He advised graduates to start their businesses, continue learning, and use their skills to create a prosperous future. Mr. Dean announced an initial contribution of 10,000 Liberty on behalf of the NCD and himself to support the foundation's mission.

Lydia Essifie, the Manager of KDE Disability Africa Foundation in Liberia, encouraged the graduates to continue learning and never resort to begging. She also highlighted the challenges faced by the foundation, including transportation and accessibility barriers, and called for support to continue providing free education and vocational training to those who need it most.

The graduation was held at International Pentecostal Holiness Church (IPHC - Liberia) where KDE's training program is located.  This location donation was made under the leadership of Rev. Habakkuk Giah, General Overseer, IPHC – Liberia.

KDE Disability Africa Foundation, a non-profit organization founded by Kimma Wreh and Mr. Boniface Ihiasota, remains committed to empowering individuals with disabilities through skills development and education. The foundation continues to play a crucial role in creating opportunities for a more inclusive and equitable society in Liberia.

Donations can be sent via paypal.me/kdedisabilityafrica.

Website: https://kdedisabilityafrica.org.