BONG COUNTY, LIBERIA-Adolescent girls at the Victoria Tolbert dormitory in Gbalatuah, Bong County, have applauded the Ministry of Gender for the massive transformation of their facility, as well as improvements in the services rendered.  

Speaking to reporters during the visit of Gender Minister Gbeme Horace Kollie, benefiting students Anna Kerlulah and Deborah Wamah said that prior to the Ministry’s intervention, the learning environment was deplorable, making it difficult to excel in their academics.

According to the students, the ministry has given hope for a better future through the provision of quality education and other basic social services.

They named the installation of solar panels, renovation of classrooms and their rooms, and improvement in their daily meals as major interventions carried out by the Ministry.

Meanwhile, Gender Minister Gbeme Horace Kollie has reassured the students of the ministry’s continuous support in ensuring that they receive quality education and a conducive learning environment.

She reemphasized the Ministry’s commitment to working with relevant stakeholders in ensuring that the girls have access to quality education and basic social services while at the Victoria Tolbert Hostel.

Furthermore, the minister assured the students of additional curriculum activities like skills training programs so as to give them livelihood opportunities after secondary education.

As part of the tour, the gender ministry also presented assorted materials to the Gender office in Bong County.

The items include Desktop Computers, Laptops, Printers, Fans, office chairs, and desks, among others.

The materials are intended to enhance efficiency in the workings of its office in the county.

Presenting the materials, Gender Minister Gbeme Horace Kollie said:” The ministry is committed to ensuring Gender offices across the country are fully equipped to boost productivity”.