By Vaye Abel Lepolu
Monrovia, Liberia – The Ministry of Justice has officially launched the second phase of its Citizen Responsibilities Ambassadors program, an initiative aimed at mentoring young Liberians to become law-abiding, value-driven, and responsible citizens.
The program, which began last year, focuses on equipping students with skills to identify and resolve conflicts, restore values, repair relationships, and promote dignity in society. Participants will also learn about the building blocks of peace-making, the rights of the child, the juvenile code, and the role of the Ministry of Justice in apprehending and prosecuting lawbreakers.
This year’s edition expands participation beyond high school students to include university freshmen, a strategic move organizers believe will instill strong civic values at the start of higher education. Each participant will be expected to establish a “Joseph Club” in their schools or communities, serving as a platform for outreach and civic engagement.
Speaking at the launch, the Acting Minister of Justice Cllr. Cora Hare Konuwa Deputy Minister for Administration and Public Safety and Acting Minister of Justice emphasized that the program is not just a training exercise but a foundation for building future leaders. “We want you to be punctual, disciplined, and professional. This will shape your work ethics and prepare you for service to your country,” the minister said.
Facilitators and mentors from various justice sector agencies, including the Liberia National Police, Immigration, and Fire Service, will train students on the workings of law enforcement and public service. The program also emphasizes humility, transparency, inclusion, and adherence to the Constitution as guiding principles for good citizenship.
In remarks of support, senior government officials and civil service leaders urged the young ambassadors to take full advantage of the opportunity, reach out to their communities, and become catalysts for positive change. “When society is better, all of us are better,” one official stressed, adding that community safety begins with responsible and engaged citizens.
The Justice Ministry says it intends to gradually expand the program nationwide, with the ultimate goal of building a stronger justice system and restoring public trust in Liberia’s rule of law.
A Justice Ministry representative urged the ambassadors to be inclusive in their outreach. “When society is better, all of us are better. We want you to start small but make a big impact,” she said.
In addition, on behave of the Parents, madam Diana – Mai Love Charles welcomed the program, saying it would help instill discipline and civic values in their children, while partners such as Sweden’s Abdia Academy were praised for supporting the project.
Meanwhile, the Ministry of Justice also announced plans to expand the Justice Ambassadors Program beyond Montserrado County, with the goal of fostering a generation of responsible citizens committed to upholding the rule of law across Liberia.
However, the Mentorship of high school students and University students Facilitators indluding the following, Atty. J. Alben Greaves, the Director for Child Justice Section, Atty. Edrick F. Noah Assistant Minister for Administration and Public Safety,CLLR. CHARLES D.F. KARMO, II Esq Deputy Minister for Economic Affairs and Cllr. Cora Hare Konuwa the Deputy Minister for Administration and Public Safety and Acting Minister of Justice.
Inclusion, Jessica Raye from Best Brins Academy from the 12th class of the beneficiaries of the Citizens Justice program appreciate the government of Liberia through the Ministry of Justice for their kindness gesture towards growth of Liberia Youth.
On behave of the Young justice Ambassadors, she stated that they will use the initiative to get aways volance across Montsrrado County and the Country at large.
