Bong County Senator Prince Kermue Moye Sr. has been honored as the “Father of BALAYLABO Institution” in recognition of his continued support for vocational education and skills development since the institution’s establishment in 2019. The recognition was presented during BALAYLABO Professional Skills Training Program’s fourth-cycle graduation ceremony, where the institution acknowledged the senator’s contributions to its efforts to equip young people with practical skills. Presenting the honor, the institution’s Chief Executive Officer, Jerry Howard, praised Senator Moye for what he described as consistent support since the programme began seven years ago. Howard said the senator had remained a key partner in the institution’s work to provide vocational training and create opportunities for young people to become economically independent. In response, Senator Moye pledged US$4,000 towards the institution’s next training cycle, signaling his intention to continue supporting technical and vocational education in Bong County. The pledge is expected to contribute to the programme’s efforts to sustain its training activities and provide more young people with opportunities to acquire employable skills. Speaking at the ceremony, Moye stressed the importance of practical education in addressing unemployment and promoting entrepreneurship among young people. He said vocational training could help participants develop the skills needed to establish businesses, secure employment and become self-reliant rather than depend entirely on limited job opportunities. The senator also distributed L$1,000 to attendees during the programme and encouraged guests to support the graduating students by purchasing and enjoying food and other products prepared and displayed as part of their practical training. The exhibition provided an opportunity for graduates to demonstrate the knowledge and practical abilities they had acquired during their time at the institution. Established in 2019, BALAYLABO Professional Skills Training Program focuses on providing vocational and technical education to young people, with an emphasis on employment, entrepreneurship and sustainable livelihoods. However, the institution’s ability to sustain and expand its programmes will depend on continued financial support and partnerships with individuals and organisations committed to skills development. Senator Moye’s recognition and US$4,000 pledge have further highlighted the role of private and public support in strengthening vocational education in Bong County.
The institution’s fourth-cycle graduation also marks another step in its efforts to prepare young people with practical skills in a county where access to employment and economic opportunities remains a major concern.
