MONROVIA, LIBERIA – Montserrado County District #12 Representative Jerry K. Yogboh has urged graduates of the ALPHATECH School of Vocational Studies to view their certificates as instruments of transformation, encouraging them to use the knowledge and skills they have acquired to overcome life’s struggles and contribute to Liberia’s development.
Serving as Special Guest at the institution’s 10th Graduation Ceremony, Representative Yogboh told the graduates that earning a vocational certificate is not the end of their educational journey but the beginning of a new chapter filled with opportunities, responsibilities, and challenges.
Addressing the graduating class, the lawmaker stressed that success is determined not by the possession of a certificate alone, but by how effectively it is used to solve problems, create jobs, and improve lives.
He encouraged the graduates to reject the mindset of depending solely on government employment, urging them instead to become entrepreneurs, innovators, and skilled professionals capable of creating opportunities for themselves and others.
“The certificates you receive today are more than academic credentials; they are tools that should help you overcome life’s struggles, build sustainable livelihoods, and become agents of positive change in your communities,” Representative Yogboh said.
The District 12 Representative also challenged the graduates to uphold integrity, professionalism, discipline, and a strong work ethic as they enter the labor market, noting that technical and vocational education remains one of the most effective pathways to reducing unemployment and promoting economic growth.
He praised the ALPHATECH School of Vocational Studies for its decade-long commitment to equipping young Liberians with practical and marketable skills, describing vocational education as a critical pillar of national development.
Representative Yogboh further encouraged parents and guardians to continue supporting technical and vocational education, emphasizing that investment in practical skills development is essential to empowering young people and strengthening Liberia’s workforce.
The ceremony, which marked the institution’s 10th Graduation Cycle, brought together graduates, parents, faculty members, government officials, community leaders, and guests. The event featured the presentation of certificates and diplomas, recognition of outstanding students, cultural performances, and messages highlighting the importance of technical education in preparing young people for employment and entrepreneurship.
The graduation concluded with a renewed call for graduates to translate the knowledge gained in the classroom into meaningful action, using their skills to overcome economic challenges, improve their communities, and contribute to Liberia’s national development.
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