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AYR has transformed the lives of many young people by providing mentorship, training, and employment opportunities. Here are some of our most inspiring success stories:

1. Anthony B. Sumo: Anthony was mentored in business management at AYR and now serves as the Director of Business while pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration at Lofa University.
2. Gbolu Beyan: Gbolu joined AYR as a high school student and was mentored to become Station Manager. She now works with the Liberia Media for Democratic Initiatives (LMDI) in Monrovia as a debate moderator, facilitating critical national discussions.
3. Junior Kessellee: Junior transitioned from working in illicit goldfields and charcoal mines to pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communications at the United Methodist University, sponsored by AYR. Through the mentorship provided by AYR, he now serves as AYR’s Program Director and Deputy Station Manager.
4. Ruth Pewee: Ruth, a single mother of three, started at AYR as a janitor and was promoted to Manager of AYR’s Stationery and School Supply shop. She now supports her children’s education and well-being, demonstrating AYR’s commitment to empowering women.
5. Edwin Boakai: As trainee and later, a senior reporter at AYR, Edwin improved his skills and later founded Youth Action Lead-Liberia, an NGO focused on climate justice and youth development in Bong County. He recently secured a US$35,000 grant to address challenges posed by Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining (ASM) in Liberia.
6. Benjamin S. Lablah: From an intern to Director of News at AYR, Benjamin also served as a youth leader, becoming the current First National Vice President of the YMCA-Liberia Youth Council. His achievements include covering visits by high-profile leaders and influencing youth advocacy.
7. James Yerkerson Forkpa: James rose from a quizzing competition organizer to a trainee and later, Senior Reporter and Director of News at AYR. He now works in national governance as a Special Assistant to a Representative of Bong County.