In an effort to enhance Liberian students with computer knowledge, a Liberian based in America, George Charles Kiadii, has launched the Global Village Institute of Computer Technology and Professional Programs at the William V.S Tubman High School in Monrovia.
The Program is aimed at building a skilled workforce that can contribute to Liberia’s economic growth, particularly in industries critical to national development. Speaking during the launch Friday, October 4, 2024, the Executive Officer of Global Villagers Sustainable Initiative Kiadii said the training program is designed to meet the needs, equipping participants with skills that will not only enhance their personal lives, but also contribute meaningfully to the development of the society.
Executive Officer Kiadii named employment generation as one of the main objectives to equip individuals with job-ready skills that match market demands, increasing their employability in sectors like construction, technology, healthcare and more.
Speaking about Economic Development, he said that it provides specialized training, which aims to build a skilled workforce that can contribute to the country’s economic growth, particularly in industries critical to national development.
However, he mentioned Empowerment and Poverty Reduction, Social Inclusion, Self-Reliance, Workforce Development and Industrialization, Sustainable Development are primary objectives of the launch of the Global Village Institute of Computer Technology and Professional Programs.
He said in a world that is changing rapidly, particularly in the wake of global challenges, the need for adaptability and creativity has never been more critical.
“We believe that every individual has the potential to excel, to transform their lives, and to lead their communities,” he said; thus the program also provides the tools, mentorship, and the practical experience to harness potential.
He told students of the William V.S. Tubman High School that the skills they will acquire during the program will serve them and the country for a lifetime and will be the foundation upon which they can build success stories.
For his part, the Superintendent of the Monrovia Consolidated School System (MCSS) James F. Momoh said technology is an integral part of any educational program. Momoh said the integration of technology into the MCSS program will enhance the school’s vision.
“At the MCSS, we have developed five career pathways that will enable students to specialize in their area of studies,” he said, and described the initiative of Kaidii as a “true education,” praising him for his kind and timely gesture.
By Prince Saah
