By Bill W. Cooper
The Monrovia Dukor Omega Leo Club, dedicated to community service, identified with inmates at the Monrovia Central Prison, through the distribution of cooked meals and assorted items.
During the event at the South Beach Prison on Liberia’s Independence Day, which aimed to foster hope, uplift spirits, and demonstrate support for the incarcerated individuals who are often forgotten or neglected by society, inmates were given sanitary pads, tooth brushes, tissues, clothes, detox, detergents, and other essential items.
On July 26, as Liberians celebrated the nation’s independence, members of the Monrovia Dukor Omega Leo Club arrived at the South Beach Prison with a strong sense of purpose. The club, known for its commitment to humanitarian causes, had meticulously planned an event to reach out to the inmates and show them that they were not alone during this festive occasion.
The day started with a warm welcome from the prison authorities, who recognized the importance of such initiatives in fostering a sense of inclusivity and rehabilitation, as the club members, along with their advisors, were escorted into the prison facility, where they were met by a palpable mix of curiosity and gratitude from the inmates.
The Leo Guard of the Monrovia Dukor Omega Leo, Lion Wenwu Gray, expressed her gratitude to the prison authorities for their cooperation and highlighted the club’s commitment to uplifting marginalized individuals.
She stated, “Our goal is to make a positive impact and empower those who have been overlooked or marginalized by society. We believe that everyone deserves a chance to rebuild their lives and contribute to the betterment of our nation.”
The Monrovia Dukor Omega Leo Club Secretary General, Jesse Gleegbar, stated that their visit to the South Beach Prison on Liberia’s Independence Day served as a reminder that compassion and empathy can bridge the gaps between individuals and communities.
This, Mr. Gleegbar added, was testament to the belief that every person, regardless of their circumstances, deserves recognition, support, and a chance for redemption.
In response, the Prison Deputy Superintendent for Operations, Janet Siayee Mulbah, visibly moved by the outpouring of support, expressed her appreciation for the gesture and shared stories of the challenges inmates are facing on a daily basis as a result of the overcrowding of the facility.
She then, on behalf of the management team of the Prison and the inmates, conveyed gratitude to the Monrovia Dukor Omega Leo Club for thinking about and reminding inmates that they are not forgotten.
