Fred D. Barlue
United States
The issue I have the most concern for is the lives of youth in post-war Liberia in particular I am concerned about finding a solution to many of the problems these youth face today and into the future. It is no secret that Liberia has gone through a devastating fourteen years of armed conflict, which took the lives of thousands of people. In response to this conflict youth continue to model past violence while efforts for peace re-settlement remain largely in the hands of powerful government... ( lees verder)
nina | 32
United States
My life changed from that day on because I realized when you lose just one parent, it feels like your world has come to an end. I never looked at my mother, single parents or widows the same way since. My heart’s desire is to open up a safe haven for such kids to call home. If you still have one of your parents, please appreciate him/her because you still have it better than some of the kids in an orphanage. Volunteering, even if it is only for 1 hour a week is a great way to help out. We... ( lees verder)
Teeman.LIB
Liberia
Good leaders are not common in most African countries which is due in part to the type of democratic practices employed by the country's leaders when getting elected, creating new policies, and delivering on promises made. A good leader therefore is one who is able to produce results over 50% of the time, be objective when making decisions, and be willingly to make his or her own decisions. As well, a good leader should encourage an open door policy, and be open to hearing the views of... ( lees verder)
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