The aim of the lecture was to expose students and expand their capacity of general knowledge in social and environmental studies (SES). Students were also lectured on National Assembly matters, functions and roles of the Independent Electoral Commission, Gambia tourism industry, among others.
In her welcome address, Zono Jammeh, the principal of the school, described her school as a centre for academic excellence. According to her, the students of St Therese's are always hardworking and dedicated. She pointed out that the vision of a human being, especially students whom she described as future leaders, need to be positive and quickly made it clear to them that whatever they do in life; they must ensure that the best comes out of it. "Think and dream as there is no limit to dreams," Jammeh stressed.

Delivering his lecture, the deputy speaker of the National Assembly, Abdoulie Bojang, noted that the promotion of education is a priority of the National Assembly. He observed that the introduction of politics in schools is relevant as it help students in their academic careers. "Studying political subjects such as SES and government in schools does not mean that you will be politician in future", Bojang noted. Highlighting the role of the National Assembly, Bojang cited that despite the independence of the organs of the government, the National Assembly works hand-in hand with both the executive and judiciary to ensure positive impact. Sambujang Njie, director of operations, Independent Electoral Commission, spelt out the functions and roles as well as the historical background of the commission. Njie informed the students that it is the IEC that conducts and supervises the registration of voters for all public elections and also conducts the election of the speaker and the deputy speaker of the National Assembly.

On the qualifications to become a National Assembly member, Njie told students that one must be a citizen of this country, and that your nomination must not be less than 300 signatories, adding that one must also have Gambian voters card as well. Lamin Saho of Gambia Tourism Authority GTA, gave a comprehensive lecture on the importance of tourism in the country. According to him, Gambia attracted over 100,000 tourists across the globe in the recent years. Saho said that tourism is basically aimed at boosting the economy of the country. He further dilated on the different types of tourism. The ceremony was punctuated with question and answer session.