Monrovia, February 2,2024- Liberia's Women NGOs Secretariat (WONGOSOL) has sworn in its new corps of officers to lead the institution for the next two years. The newly inducted board members will play a crucial role in supervising WONGOSOL and collaborating with other network organizations and partners of the institution.

At the ceremony, WONGOSOL recognized the outgoing board members, the institution's General Assembly president, and vice president for their dedicated service to the organization and to the women they serve.

For the institution, it's important to have strong leadership and dedicated individuals who are committed to advancing the rights and well-being of women. Therefore, WONGOSOL calls on the new officers and board members to bring fresh perspectives and ideas to further the important work of WONGOSOL in the years to come.

During the event, Bong County District #6 representative, Moima Briggs Mensah pledged her commitment to collaborate with women in eradicating child labor and female genital mutilation in Liberia. Madam Mensah dedication to ensuring the protection of children and advocating for the enforcement of laws to punish those who perpetrate such crimes was highlighted in her Keynote Message delivered at the ceremony. 

She said:" The efforts to standardize the constitution and enforce laws to protect children from abuse and exploitation are crucial steps toward creating a safer and more supportive environment for the future generations of Liberia"

Making remarks, the Country Representative of UN Women, Madam Comfort Lamptey, said, collaboration between governmental bodies and international organizations in addressing the challenges faced by women and children in Liberia is paramount. According to her, It's essential that the women of Liberia continue to work towards creating lasting positive change in the nation and the world at large. 

After being certificated, Atty Facia B. Harris called on board members to keep advocating for women in Liberia. She urged her fellow board members to prioritize the interests of women across the country and to demonstrate an unwavering commitment to gender equality and women's rights.

She urged them to not be deterred by the challenges faced by women, but instead remain steadfast in the fight for their rights, in order to send  a powerful message of resilient. 

"It's crucial for us to continue  championing the cause of women's empowerment and push for positive change in the face of adversities and barriers " Madam Harris urged

Atty Harris noted: " The collective efforts of WONGOSOL and its new board members,  will lead to meaningful progress and tangible improvements in the lives of women in Liberia, if we remain transparent and accountable"

Those inducted to steer the Affairs of the Board are : Madam Facia B. Harris, Chairperson, Paramount Young Women, Nelly Cooper 1st Vice Chairperson, West Point Women, Victoria Torlo Koiquah 2nd Vice, PEACE- Liberia. Esther S. Davis Yango, Secretary, WONGOSOL, Laura Bee Kiepo, Financial Secretary, Women Empowerment Forum,  Jannet O. Paye, Region 1Coordinator, Women Care Initiative, Kona Kollie, Region 2 Coordinator, Young Liberian Women Organization for Improvement,  Laura Targbeh Korvah, Region 3 Coordinator, Young Women Political Council of Liberia and Grace Scottland Brimah, Region 4 Coordinator, We$SELF.

The ceremony held on Friday, February 2, 2024 in Sinkor, brought together the institution's network members, Liberia Women Legislative Caucus, the National Elections Commission and partners including, UN Women Liberia ,  Kvinna till Kvinna The Kvinna till Kvinna Foundation  ActionAid , Democracy International , Ministry of Gender, Children & Social Protection - Liberia,  National Civil Society Council of Liberia , Swedish Embassy  among others.

This event follows the institution's recent biennial General Assembly held on December 18-19, 2023, under the theme: "Promoting Women Leadership In Our Growing Democracy: A Call To Action." This is in fulfillment of the constitution of WONGOSOL which states that Board members are to provide institutional oversight and supervision of WONGOSOL for two years.