21/06/2025
PRESS STATEMENTďż˝
Immediate Termination and Distancing of the Deesire Moore Grace Foundation from the Alleged Acts of Mr. Stephen Testimony Vokpor
Date: June 21, 2025
The Deesire Moore Grace Foundation (DMGF) wishes to inform the public, partners, donors, stakeholders, and the communities we serve that Amb Testimony Vorkpor Amb S Testimony Vorkpor , who formerly served as the Country Director, has been immediately relieved of all duties and permanently disassociated from the organization.
This decision follows credible reports and disturbing allegations of sexual exploitation and misconduct, acts that are fundamentally incompatible with the values, ethics, and mission of our organization.
The allegations against Mr. Vopor, though yet to be adjudicated through the appropriate legal channels, constitute a serious breach of DMGF’s Code of Conduct and Safeguarding Policy, which all staff, volunteers, and representatives are strictly required to uphold. As a humanitarian and community-driven institution, we maintain a zero-tolerance policy toward all forms of abuse, exploitation, and unethical conduct. We view any violation of this principle as not only a betrayal of our trust but also a violation of the dignity and safety of the people we serve—especially women, youth, and vulnerable groups.
We wish to make it absolutely and unequivocally clear that the alleged actions of Mr. Vokpor are his personal conduct and in no way represent or reflect the values, policies, or culture of the Deesire Moore Grace Foundation. These alleged actions are condemned in the strongest terms possible. Effective immediately, Mr. Vopor is no longer affiliated with the Foundation and has no authority to speak or act on behalf of DMGF in any capacity.
The Foundation is also taking proactive steps to ensure that such incidents are not repeated. These measures include:
* Strengthening our safeguarding systems and reporting mechanisms;
* Providing additional training on ethical conduct and sexual exploitation prevention for all staff and volunteers;
* Offering support to any potential survivors or individuals affected, and cooperating fully with any investigations being conducted by the relevant authorities.
DMGF remains committed to operating with the highest standards of integrity, transparency, and accountability, and we will continue to work diligently to maintain the trust of the communities and partners who support our mission.
To those impacted by this situation, we extend our deepest concern and pledge our commitment to justice, healing, and reform. Our doors remain open for any reports, questions, or support needs related to this matter.
For further information or to report concerns confidentially, please contact our National Office at:
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Signed:
Deesire Moreďż˝
President/ Chief Executive Officer
�Deesire Moore Grace Foundation