It was all about education. As media trainers, we improved the storytelling skills of our journalism students. As storytellers, our students focused on education issues in one of the poorest counties in Liberia. As foreigners, we were schooled in both the best and worst parts of traveling in Liberia. Smiles, beaches and cool breezes welcomed us to Cestos. Most locals took us in with open arms, showing us the warm hospitality of a rural community in Liberia. Unfortunately, a robber and some business owners stole some of the shine off this small community. In all, much was learned.
Together Liberia Project. Kindness Nehwon shoots photos of the three graduating female students from Cestos high school. Although woman are encouraged by their teachers to go to college, financial issues keep most woman from being able to attend a university or college. Minnie Wah (left), 23, Mary Wheinyue, 24, and Oretha Johnson, 24 years old, all passed their senior exams and will graduate on June 27. Photo by Bruce Strong
