By: Joseph Kerkula
The Federation of Liberian Youth (FLY) has officially announced preparations for its highly anticipated General Assembly, set to take place in October 2025.
The Assembly is expected to be a significant milestone in FLY’s efforts to deepen youth participation, enhance organizational transparency, and expand its national impact.
Speaking at a Press Conference On Tuesday, FLY’s President Banica Stephenie Elliott revealed that the upcoming Assembly will mark a new era for the organization.
She disclosed that the process will expand FLY’s membership to welcome individual young Liberians and youth-led organizations that share a commitment to advancing the aspirations and interests of Liberia’s youth population.
“This Assembly is not just a statutory requirement-it’s a transformational opportunity to ensure that young voices are not only heard but are driving the vision of a better Liberia,” President Elliot stated.
She further emphasized FLY’s adoption of a dual-track approach, which she said is designed to: Strengthen youth participation, Broaden national representation andCenter youth voices in decision-making processes among others.
According to Elliott, such approach is geared toward creating a more dynamic and responsive organization that reflects the diversity and energy of young people across all fifteen counties of Liberia.
As part of the process and in a bold move to enhance transparency, inclusivity, and integrity, FLY has established an Independent Elections Commission (IEC) to manage all electoral processes leading up to and during the General Assembly.
The appointed body will ensure that the electoral process is free, fair, and credible.
President Elliot named the appointed officials to serve as IEC to include former Vice President, Brezhnev D. Paasewe as Chairman, Riches Jippy as Co-Chair and
Melvin Dugbeh Kayseah as Secretary General.
With no doubt in their abilities to perform due to past records and performance, she expressed confidence in the team’s ability to uphold the highest standards of electoral conduct.
“The formation of this commission reflects our commitment to democratic principles and our desire to foster trust among all stakeholders,” she said.
In her remarks, Elliott also commended the efforts of the fifteen County Secretariats for their ongoing work in mobilizing youth at the grassroots level and promoting the mission of FLY throughout Liberia.
“Your hard work is essential in fostering a united and powerful youth voice across the country and we recognize and celebrate your contributions in keeping the spirit of youth leadership alive.” she added.
At the same time, FLY is encouraging all affiliated organizations, youth networks, and aspiring members to actively participate in the democratic process leading up to the Assembly.
The leadership is urging widespread engagement to ensure that decisions made reflect the broad spectrum of youth interests and priorities.
The October Assembly is expected to:
Elect new leadership, Strengthen internal governance structures, Promote youth solidarity, Ensure equitable regional representation, Commitment to Transparency and Accountability.
As preparations intensify, the Federation of Liberian Youth has reassured the public, stakeholders, and development partners that the entire process will be guided by the values of transparency, fairness, and accountability.
“These values are not just talking points- they are central to everything we stand for as an institution,” President Elliott reaffirmed.
With preparations now in full swing, the October 2025 General Assembly promises to be a defining moment in the evolution of FLY as a leading voice for young people in Liberia.
