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Fostering National Progress through Education in Liberia: A Call for Legislative Engagement and Transparency

by Austin S Fallah
July 5, 2024
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Fostering National Progress through Education in Liberia: A Call for Legislative Engagement and Transparency

Education is unmistakably the bedrock of national progress and societal evolution. In the case of Liberia, a nation fervently sprinting to catch up with the rapidly advancing world, the pertinence of education can not be overstated.


By Austin S Fallah, A Public Policy Expert and An Advocate for Social, Economic, Political, and Human Rights Emancipation of all of Humanity


Despite this knowledge, Liberia finds its trajectory toward developmental milestones hampered by an enfeebling deficiency in its educational infrastructure.

It is indeed fortunate and timely that awareness regarding this critical shortfall has been crystallized amongst policymakers and the populace alike.

Recognition, however, marks only the inaugural step towards redemption; it must catalyze action and reform if Liberia is to harness its full potential.

With this in mind, there lies a profound opportunity for the Liberian legislature to take a pioneering role in the nation’s education reform and development initiative.

It is proposed that both the Senate and the House of Representatives initiate a concerted effort to engage with the population through the use of media and the ‘Educational Enlightenment Campaign’ if you will.

A weekly program titled “The Legislative Hour” should be broadcast on the Nation’s Radio Station, ELBC, and other media outlets if possible.

This program would serve multiple critical functions.

Primarily, it will afford the Legislature an ideal platform to articulate its actions and intentions, thereby aligning governmental objectives with public needs and aspirations.

By showcasing what steps are being taken to better the educational sector and other sectors of the nation, it acts as a clarion call for collaboration and support from all stakeholders.

Furthermore, it serves as an avenue for addressing public inquiries, which in turn would decimate the prevailing misconceptions and tautologies that languish within public forums, fostering a well-informed citizenry empowered to constructively participate in the nation’s developmental discourse.

The efficacy of this communicative approach stems from its capacity to demystify the legislative processes, hence dissolving the thick mist of ignorance that often results in distrust and apathy towards governance.

A knowledgeable citizenry is indispensable in a democracy, for it is they who hold the power to hold elected officials accountable, thereby ensuring a government that is responsive and responsible.

The legislature should seize this opportunity to explain to the Liberian people what it is doing for the Liberian people.

By doing so, dialogues between legislators and constituents will transcend traditional barriers, creating a genuine partnership between the governed and their representatives.

Moreover, bringing education to the fore of national agendas through regular dialogues signifies a dedication to catalyzing a positive change that will echo through generations.

Such a program would stand as a manifestation of the Legislature’s commitment to fostering transparency, accountability, and participatory governance, which are the hallmarks of a robust democracy.

Our common patrimony, Liberia, stands at a crossroads where the development path is visible yet not quite within reach.

To traverse this path and attain the national progress that its people yearn for, the nation must first address the lamentable shortfalls in its educational infrastructure.

It is incumbent upon the Liberian Legislature to rise to this challenge, not only by enacting progressive policies/laws but also by engaging in effective communication with its citizenry.

A weekly radio program like “The Legislative Hour” can be the linchpin that connects the government’s aspirations to the heartbeats of its people, establishing a well-informed populace capable of contributing to the constructive evolution of their counties, districts, cities, towns, villages, etc, etc.

Such a step is not merely beneficial it is essential for the prosperity of the Liberian nation.

By embracing this initiative, Liberia can surmount the hurdles of educational inadequacies and set forth on its journey towards comprehensive national progress that is sustainable, inclusive, and reflective of the will of its people.

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