Next week, the United States will celebrate Thanksgiving. Liberians observed a day of thanks on November 2. One of the people I am thankful for is Matthew Walters, who serves as the Office Manager of Dignity:Liberia’s NGO office. In addition to accounting and managing trip logistics, he makes frequent trips to Todee Junction, to oversee the construction of our maternity waiting home, House of Hope and Dignity. He has come to my rescue on numerous occasions, sending pictures, researching costs, answering questions, and providing clarification. He accompanies us on all of our trips, takes pictures at events, and provides assistance as needed. Most recently he was instrumental in working with the U.S. Embassy’s representative regarding a grant.
Matthew was born in Marshall City where he lived until 1973, at which time he moved to Monrovia. After completing elementary school and junior high school, he attended Tubman High School graduating in 1987. He enrolled at AME Zion University College, earning an AA Degree in Management. He subsequently earned a BSC in Business Management Public Administration from Zion in 2001.
He is a person of deep faith and is very active in his church, First Baptist Church, Oldest Congo Town. Although an injured knee prevents him from participating in sports, he previously played football [soccer], basketball, and table tennis [ping pong].
He finds it a bit of a challenge to meet new people, but he is friendly with those with whom he interacts. He prefers being by himself, reading his Bible, and praying.
In April 2023, he graciously granted me an interview. I learned some new things about him and am honored to call him friend. I hope you enjoy getting to know him as well.
Matthew was born in Marshall City where he lived until 1973, at which time he moved to Monrovia. After completing elementary school and junior high school, he attended Tubman High School graduating in 1987. He enrolled at AME Zion University College, earning an AA Degree in Management. He subsequently earned a BSC in Business Management Public Administration from Zion in 2001.
He is a person of deep faith and is very active in his church, First Baptist Church, Oldest Congo Town. Although an injured knee prevents him from participating in sports, he previously played football [soccer], basketball, and table tennis [ping pong].
He finds it a bit of a challenge to meet new people, but he is friendly with those with whom he interacts. He prefers being by himself, reading his Bible, and praying.
In April 2023, he graciously granted me an interview. I learned some new things about him and am honored to call him friend. I hope you enjoy getting to know him as well.
 | Kathy Beth Stavinoha Kathy Beth graduated from high school in Monrovia, Liberia in 1977. She retired from St. Edward’s University in 2022 after 21+ years of service. She lives in Brenham, TX with her husband and cat. |
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