Ghanaian Joyce Arthur has been sworn in as a Commissioner for Multicultural Affairs in Prince George’s County, Maryland, in the United States.
Arthur announced her appointment in a social media post, describing the development as a significant milestone in her journey from Ghana to the United States.
She said she moved to the US to pursue her education, subsequently earning a master’s degree and beginning a PhD programme.
Arthur also founded Araba Foundation International, an organisation focused on serving children and young people, and said her work has taken her into engagements with institutions including the United Nations and the World Bank.
Reflecting on her new role, she said being entrusted with a public leadership position in a country other than her country of birth was deeply meaningful to her.
She described her journey as one from Ghana to Maryland, from being a student to becoming an advocate, and from serving communities through her organisation to having the opportunity to contribute to the community she now calls home.
Arthur said she does not take the trust and responsibility associated with the appointment lightly and intends to use the platform to listen, connect communities and contribute meaningfully.
“Today, I simply want to allow myself to celebrate,” she said, announcing her new status as “Commissioner Joyce Arthur.”
