African Young Achievers Initiative Officially Launched

The African Young Achievers Initiative Organization (AYAI), which aims to provide educational and empowerment opportunities to youth from all backgrounds, has been launched in Liberia.

AYAI’s official ceremony took place at the Great Messiah Temple in Trowin Community Borough of New Kru Town on Saturday, April 13, with a series of colorful activities.

The launching ceremony marked the beginning of their mission to empower youth across Africa, the founder and CEO has said.

The event was attended by notable figures like Hon. Frank Saah Foko, Pastor Morris Darley, Mamud E. Conteh, and others.

AYAI aims to provide educational and empowerment opportunities to youth from all backgrounds, nurturing leadership qualities and promoting positive change in communities. Their vision includes supporting underprivileged individuals and fostering sustainable growth through various programs.

Rev. E. Alfred Walker, who served as a guest speaker at the event, delivered an inspiring speech emphasizing careful planning and resource assessment for the initiative’s success, calling for unity and hard work to make a difference in Liberia and Africa.

He emphasized the importance of thorough planning and resource assessment before embarking on any initiative.

Drawing inspiration from Luke 14:28, Rev. Walker stressed the significance of “counting the cost” before starting any project. He recommended that AYAI conduct a thorough analysis of its objectives, strategies, motivations, and geographical reach. This careful planning, he argued, would provide clarity on the required resources and potential challenges.

“I would like to recommend to AYAI and to this witnessing community that before AYAI can begin its operation, they must first count the coast. They must first analyze what they want to do; they must analyze how they intend to do what they want to do; they must do an analysis of why they want to do what they want to do; and they must also do an analysis of where they want to do what they want to do,” Walker, who is the Senior Pastor of One Faith Apostolic Ministries, said.

Addressing the AYAI’s officials on ‌power, Rev. Walker cautioned against letting titles inflate their egos, stressing that real impact comes from dedication and hard work. He urged everyone to focus on making a tangible difference in Liberia and Africa.

“All of you with titles need to be very careful because titles don’t get the job done. Titles make people proud; titles make people feel entangled,” he said. “If you must succeed in building the minds of the young people in Liberia and Africa at large, you have to lay down your desires for titles. Count the coast, put your minds and your hands to work, and strive to become the change you want to see in Liberia and Africa.

Albert Minott, Chairman of the Board of Directors of AYAI in the USA, expressed gratitude to attendees and encouraged collaboration with AYAI to achieve their goals.

He urged the participants to join hands with the organization (AYAI) to work with them because Liberia has all it takes for the organization to work with them.

Meanwhile, AYAI’s vision is to envision a society where every individual, regardless of their socioeconomic background, has access to educational and empowerment opportunities.

It also envisions providing comprehensive educational opportunities to empower youth across Africa, enabling them to excel in various fields.

The initiative aspires to nurture strong leadership qualities in young individuals, equipping them with the skills and mindset needed to lead and bring positive change to their communities and beyond, and is committed to creating a continent where the underprivileged, less fortunate, and marginalized individuals are not only recognized but also supported in realizing their full potential.

It is dedicated to ensuring that every young person in Africa, especially those facing challenges, realizes their full potential, contributing significantly to the development and prosperity of the continent.

AYAI’s mission is to reach youths and the underprivileged to help them get empowered and live life to their fullest potential. It is also on a mission to advocate for orphans, the disabled, refugees, girls, children, and the less fortunate.

Some AYAI officials who were at the ceremony include, CEO Conteh, Augustiana Gbando, Tax Specialist, Jefferson Wlah II, General Secretary, Carlos Oscar Dennis Sr., Financial Controller, Bishop Dekontee Panton, Vice Chairman, and Tue Williams Jr., Program Director.