Political Centrism Movement Supports Grand Gedeh University with LRD 40,000 and Female Scholarships
By: Melvin Flomo
ZWEDRU, Grand Gedeh County – The Liberia Political Centrism Movement (LPCM) has made a significant contribution toward advancing higher education in Liberia by donating LRD 40,000 and offering scholarships to female students during the launch of the Grand Gedeh University Endowment Fund.
The donation was made on behalf of the Movement’s Executive Chairperson, Cllr Kanio Bai Gbala, LLB, LLM, along with the Executive Steering Committee, Secretariat, and its general membership, as part of efforts to strengthen educational opportunities in the country.
Representing the Movement at the event was a high-level delegation led by Mrs. Baindu Kpaka-Roberts, Head of the Women Directorate. She was joined by Abraham Garpehn, National Spokesperson, and Pewee Mulbah, Executive Assistant to the Chairperson.
As part of its support, the Movement not only contributed financially but also announced five scholarships dedicated specifically to female students for the upcoming academic year—an initiative aimed at promoting gender inclusion and empowering young women through education.
Speaking on behalf of Cllr. Gbala, Mrs. Kpaka-Roberts emphasized that education remains a cornerstone of national development and a vital tool for youth empowerment. She reaffirmed the Movement’s commitment to supporting initiatives that enhance access to quality education and build institutional capacity across Liberia.
The Liberia Political Centrism Movement also used the occasion to call on other institutions, development partners, and well-meaning Liberians to contribute to the Endowment Fund. The group stressed that collective action is essential to improving educational infrastructure and expanding learning opportunities nationwide.
The launch of the Grand Gedeh University Endowment Fund marks a critical step toward ensuring sustainable support for the institution, as stakeholders continue to prioritize education as a key driver of Liberia’s development.
