Pres. Dukuly (second from left) with community leaders in Phoenix
Some community women at the meeting in Phoenix
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Mr. Mohammed Dukuly is the President of the Federation of Liberian Mandingo Associations in the USA (FELMAUSA) whose peace-making skills were put to test in Phoenix, Arizona recently.

He flew over more than 2000 miles and landed safely in Phoenix, where he was blissfully received by some community leaders, who needed someone to bring the community together under one roof to trash their differences.

President Dukuly took the challenge. Indeed his proficiency and understanding in resolving dispute worked well when he successfully resolved whatever stalemate, thus bringing some smiles to the young FELMAUSA community.

In email messages to President Dukuly from community members in Phoenix, Mr. Alieu Keita thanked the FELMAUSA Chief and others that were involved in the peace-making drive.

“I thank you and any one that were involved in search for a peaceful conclusion in solving of our differences in the so-called Arizona misunderstanding that was about to disrupt the relatively unity among our members,” Mr. Keita wrote.

Brother Keita extolled President Dukuly for taking time off his busy schedule to mediate in the conflict. “We are very much grateful that he (Dukuly) made it here and turned the tide in the favor of peace and I hereby declare the mission successfully accomplished.”

Another community leader Lasana Kamara of Arizona wrote President Dukuly, saying “I am happy you have landed safely with no hardship. May Allah reward you with your good intention you took to come from East to West and make sure to settle our differences here in Arizona.”

Brother Kamara continued, “Brother, you have completely convinced me that you are the right man to lead us in prosperity. Your honesty gave me a lot of hope. You have motivated me so much with your language. Mr. President you are a great man because your love, loyalty, and dedication in your heart and these are the very qualities that bind all of humanity to each other…”

The FELMAUSA Chief was overwhelmed by the peaceful manner in which the mediation process was handled. He adds, “Your over all deportment and cooperation all through the process of finding a very amicable solution to the situation in Arizona truly exhibited the hallmarks of a genuine person and wonderful leader.”

The President furthered, “I’m extremely honored. Insha'Allah, with your continual guidance and support, we'll move this community to higher heights."