Liberia Scout Association Celebrates Safe from Harm Week with Neighborhood Motion and Walkathon
Monrovia—The Liberia Scout Association took to the streets of Monrovia over the weekend to commemorate Safe from Harm Week, emphasizing its dedication to fostering secure environments for youth.
By: Yawah Y. Jaivey
The celebration kicked off on Friday, as scouts and leaders engaged in an intensive environmental cleansing initiative in Paynesville, demonstrating their dedication to neighborhood service and environmental stewardship.
The festivities peaked on Saturday, December 21, with a vibrant walkathon that attracted over 300 contributors, together with cubs, woman scouts, boy scouts, and grownup volunteers.
The march started at Vamuma House and proceeded via the town’s bustling streets to the historic Ducor Palace. This vigorous occasion not solely highlighted the unity of the scouting motion, but in addition served as an efficient platform for elevating consciousness concerning the Safe from Harm Program.
The Safe from Harm initiative is designed to domesticate safer environments for younger individuals concerned in scouting, specializing in safety in opposition to varied types of abuse, together with bodily, cyber, emotional, and sexual. As the scouts paraded via the town, their enthusiasm was contagious, capturing the eye and admiration of native residents.
“The energy of our young scouts was truly infectious,” remarked Nyema W. Badio, the National Program Commissioner, who actively participated within the day’s occasions.
“Seeing cubs walk alongside senior scouts and adult volunteers showcased the inclusivity and diverse spirit of our scouting family,” Badio added, reflecting on the significant interactions witnessed all through the day.
For his half, Chief Commissioner Diameno J. Nasih counseled the efforts of the scouts, stressing the significance of environmental stewardship and youth engagement in Liberia’s capital.
“These activities are essential for instilling a sense of responsibility in our young people, not just towards themselves but also towards their communities,” Nasih famous.
According to Mr. Nasih, the weekend’s occasions culminated in a robust demonstration of solidarity and objective, reinforcing the essential message of security inside the scouting neighborhood.
The Liberia Scout Association, he mentioned, continues to steer by instance, exhibiting that via collective motion, they will make a major impression in elevating consciousness concerning the security and well-being of kids and youth in Liberia.
“This year’s Safe from Harm Week was not only a celebration of scouting values but also a vital reminder of the ongoing need to protect vulnerable young individuals from harm in all its forms,” Mr. Nasih disclosed.
Continuing, Mr. Nasih acknowledged, “As the association moves forward, it remains committed to expanding its outreach and ensuring that all children and youth involved in scouting can thrive in safe and supportive environments.”
