Education

Rev. Dahn began her educational journey at Monrovia Demonstration High School where she completed her elementary education under the leadership of Principal Mrs. Rebecca Wilson. She later attended B. W. Harris High School from 1967 to 1971, where Mr. Emmanuel Johnson served as Principal and Mr. J. Wado Bedell as Vice Principal.

She continued her secondary education at College of West Africa between 1972 and 1976 under the administration of Mrs. Cecelia Freeman Bull, earning her High School Diploma. Following graduation, she enrolled at the Lincoln Institute of Secretarial Science where she studied Secretarial Science as an elective.

Determined to further her academic pursuits, Rev. Dahn later enrolled at University of Liberia and reached the sophomore level before temporarily discontinuing her studies due to personal circumstances. Her passion for learning, however, remained steadfast.

Years later, she pursued theological and religious studies at The United Methodist University, where in 2009 she earned both a Bachelor of Theology (B.Th.) and a Bachelor of Religious Education (BRE). She subsequently enrolled in the graduate program at the Kofi Annan Graduate School of the University of Liberia between 2012 and 2014 as a candidate for a master’s degree.

Experience

Rev. Dahn’s professional career began with employment at the Fawaz Trading Company where she worked as an expediter and bookkeeper. She later joined the J. J. Roberts family institution as a teacher’s aide under Principal Mrs. Stella Boyou, who recognized her exceptional potential and sponsored her training at the American Cooperative School in Early Childhood Education.

At the American Cooperative School, she received professional training and participated in several workshops that strengthened her expertise in early childhood education. Upon completion of her training, she rose to become Supervisor of the Early Childhood Section at the United Methodist School on 12th Street, Sinkor.

Following the 1980 political transition in Liberia, Rev. Dahn joined the School of Prime System (SPS), where she served for many years and again rose to the position of Supervisor for the Early Childhood Section. Her commitment to education and child development earned her admiration among colleagues and students alike.

She also served within the Monrovia Consolidated School System, first at Monrovia Demonstration High School and later at Slipway School under Principal Mrs. Perkins. During this period, she was an active member of the National Teachers Association and served as Program Officer under Rev. Rudolph Marsh.

In 1991, Rev. Dahn founded Christiana Bedell Preparatory School, where she has continued to serve as Founder, Organizer, and Proprietress. Through this institution, she has impacted the lives of numerous young Liberians by promoting quality education, discipline, and moral instruction.

Leadership in Government and Civil Society

Throughout her career, Rev. Dahn has held several important leadership roles in government and civil society organizations. Her dedication to community empowerment and national development positioned her as a respected figure in Liberia’s social and administrative sectors.

From 1991 to 1994, she served as Chairperson of the Liberia National Red Cross in Montserrado County. During this same period, she also served as Chairperson of Concern Women of Liberia, advocating for women’s welfare and social advancement.

Her leadership abilities further led to appointments as:

Chairperson of FAWE Liberia from 2004 to 2006

President of the Young Women Christian Association from 2004 to 2008

President of the Liberia Marketing Association from 2007 to 2008

Assistant Superintendent for Development for Montserrado County from 2010 to 2011

Deputy Managing Director for Administration at the National Housing Authority

She also served as a board member of several organizations, including FAWE Liberia, YWCA Liberia, and the Liberia National Red Cross, contributing significantly to policy direction and organizational growth.

Ministry and Spiritual Leadership

Rev. Dahn has remained deeply devoted to Christian ministry throughout her life. In 1997, she became a Licentiate at Providence Baptist Church, beginning a new chapter in pastoral and evangelical service.

Her ministry expanded greatly at New Georgia Baptist Church where she served as Director of Evangelism from 2010 to 2020. Through evangelism, mentorship, counseling, and outreach, she touched many lives and strengthened the spiritual growth of the church community.

From 2020 to 2023, she served faithfully as Associate Pastor of New Georgia Baptist Church, providing leadership, guidance, and pastoral care to members and the wider community.

Achievements

Rev. Comfort Bedell Dahn’s life story is one of perseverance, faith, leadership, and compassion. Her contributions to education, ministry, women’s empowerment, humanitarian service, and national development have left a lasting mark on Liberia.

As an educator, pastor, administrator, mentor, and mother figure to many, she continues to inspire younger generations to pursue excellence, serve humanity, and remain grounded in faith and integrity.