Liberia: The Importance of Celebrating Educational Milestones – A Comparison of Social Justice Through School Gala Day and Other Parades

Every year, schools across Liberia celebrate a significant milestone in their academic calendars with a gala day and other parades. These events allow students to showcase their achievements and foster community and school pride.

However, in a recent resolution, Liberia’s Ministry of Education and the Liberia National Police decided to ban these celebrations from the streets, citing security concerns and incidents of hooliganism.

This decision has raised many questions about educational freedom,…