Mission
Our mission is to unite families and friends from Bong County in the great state of Iowa and surrounding states with the purpose of supporting those in need back in Bong County, Liberia. Together, we can make a real difference and help improve the lives of our community members. Let’s work together to bring hope and support to those who need it most. Thank you for being a part of this important mission!
Our Vision
The inspiring vision of the Association of Bong County Citizens in Iowa (Kukatonon). Our vision is to create a strong community of Kpelle people and their families, emphasizing togetherness, unity, and establishing a foundation back home to assist those in need. Let’s take this message of unity and support to heart as we strive to make a positive impact not just in our lives, but in the lives of others. Together, we can achieve great things.
History
After its establishment, Kukatonon joined UBCAA in 2012 and attended her first UBCAA Convention in July of that year in Minneapolis, Minnesota when Mr. Christian Kolleh was President of UBCAA. Kukatonon hosted her first UBCAA Convention in July 2013 in Des Moines, Iowa under the leadership of Mr. Michael Foday(then Kukatonon President). She hosted her second UBCAA Convention in July 2017 in Des Moines, Iowa under the leadership of Mr. Alphonso Peters(then Kukatonon President). Mr. Sam Sonda was elected UBCAA President at the 2017 UBCAA Convention. In July 2024 Kukatonon hosted her third UBCAA Convention in Des Moines, Iowa under the leadership of Mr. James Mator, current Kukatonon President.
Mr. Caimon Kollie was reelected President of UBCAA at the 2024 UBCAA Convention.
Mr. Caimon Kollie was reelected President of UBCAA at the 2024 UBCAA Convention.
Previous
Next
How We Help...
Join The Community To Give Education For Children
