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Carying the harvested Cassava root for Gari and Fufu processing.

Sustainable Agriculture

Women

link to the youth, agriculture and education

We're a global justice federation working to achieve social justice, gender equality and poverty eradication.

In Liberia we focus on strengthening poor and marginalised people, especially women and youth, to claim their rights.

Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) is an immense violation of human rights, a form of gender-based violence (GBV) and a clear demonstration of gender inequality. It can strip women and girls of their right to a life of freedom, dignity, and equality

Publication

Global Solidarity in the Fight Against FGM

Partial view of participants at the Grand Cape Mount Orientation

News

From the Liberia Women Empowerment Project, ActionAid climaxes Local Stakeholders in Grand Cape Mount, Driving Social Change in Liberia’s Poorest Communities

Exciting First Steps for the CBO/CSO Capacity Building Initiative!

News

Building Stronger Civil Society a New Chapter Begins!

Right: Elizabeth G. Johnson - ActionAid Liberia's Country Director, calls for a collective Action to transform women and young people's involvement in policy decision making.

Publication

From CSW69 to Lasting Change: Women, Youth, and Climate Justice Leading Liberia’s Future – Now!"

J ackson Bee, a dedicated Liberian farmer from Far East Community, Gbarnga City, Bong County, faced significant challenges in his agricultural journey. As a smallholder farmer, he struggled with limited access to land, financial constraints, and a lack of connection to larger markets. Despite his energy and leadership in promoting agriculture among young people, he found it difficult to expand his farming activities beyond subsistence levels. One of the biggest hurdles was acquiring land. Without financial

Story

A Story of Change: From Struggles to Sustainable Agriculture – Jackson Bee’s Journey

In Sugar Hill Community, Gbarnga, Liberia, smallholder farmer Susay Kollie aimed to support her family through her cassava farm. However, her use of chemical fertilizers backfired, resulting in flavorless cucumbers and yellow potato greens. As her customer base dwindled, so did her income, leaving Susay uncertain about how to improve her farming methods.

Publication

Recognizing the negative impacts of chemical fertilizers to increase farm production

Partial view of participants at the Grand Cape Mount Orientation

News

From the Liberia Women Empowerment Project, ActionAid climaxes Local Stakeholders in Grand Cape Mount, Driving Social Change in Liberia’s Poorest Communities

Exciting First Steps for the CBO/CSO Capacity Building Initiative!

News

Building Stronger Civil Society a New Chapter Begins!

Highlights from the National Young Women and Girls Conference

News

Empowering Young Women

PRESS RELEASE - ActionAid comments on the decision to make the Philippines host of the Loss and Damage Board

News

PRESS STATEMENT - ActionAid comments on the decision to make the Philippines host of the Loss and Damage Board

Liberia Floods - 2024

News

PRESS RELEASE - Nightmare of Climate Change

Upholding Integrity and Empowerment: ActionAid Liberia's Commitment to Fraud Prevention

News

Upholding Integrity and Empowerment: ActionAid Liberia's Commitment to Fraud Prevention

Opinion

COP27 Youth and Future Generations Day: Youth activists demand a seat at the table

J ackson Bee, a dedicated Liberian farmer from Far East Community, Gbarnga City, Bong County, faced significant challenges in his agricultural journey. As a smallholder farmer, he struggled with limited access to land, financial constraints, and a lack of connection to larger markets. Despite his energy and leadership in promoting agriculture among young people, he found it difficult to expand his farming activities beyond subsistence levels. One of the biggest hurdles was acquiring land. Without financial

Story

A Story of Change: From Struggles to Sustainable Agriculture – Jackson Bee’s Journey

From Chemicals to Sustainability: Jubah Jackson’s Organic Farming Journey

Story

From Chemicals to Sustainability: Jubah Jackson’s Organic Farming Journey

International Day of the Girl is more than a celebration; it’s a call to recognize the challenges girls face and, more importantly, to celebrate their strengths and aspirations. The #GirlsTakeOver initiative allows girls worldwide to take on leadership positions, from presidents to CEOs, for one day. The impact of such an experience, however, extends far beyond those 24 hours. It empowers girls like Hawa to see themselves in roles they might have believed were out of reach.

Story

Unleashing Potential - Hawa Kaba’s Inspiring Takeover as Country Director of ActionAid Liberia

Sandra Christopher - women are now adhering to their medication and doing business.

Story

JOURNEY OF RESILIENCE

Group photo during West African Girls Summit.

Story

Empowering Tomorrow: Highlights from the 2024 West African Girls Summit

Celebration International Women's Day through Cultural Festival

Story

Celebrating Women's Empowerment and Cultural Heritage: Cultural Festival Highlights Efforts to End FGM

Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) is an immense violation of human rights, a form of gender-based violence (GBV) and a clear demonstration of gender inequality. It can strip women and girls of their right to a life of freedom, dignity, and equality

Publication

Global Solidarity in the Fight Against FGM

Right: Elizabeth G. Johnson - ActionAid Liberia's Country Director, calls for a collective Action to transform women and young people's involvement in policy decision making.

Publication

From CSW69 to Lasting Change: Women, Youth, and Climate Justice Leading Liberia’s Future – Now!"

In Sugar Hill Community, Gbarnga, Liberia, smallholder farmer Susay Kollie aimed to support her family through her cassava farm. However, her use of chemical fertilizers backfired, resulting in flavorless cucumbers and yellow potato greens. As her customer base dwindled, so did her income, leaving Susay uncertain about how to improve her farming methods.

Publication

Recognizing the negative impacts of chemical fertilizers to increase farm production

"Calling Women & Young Green Entrepreneurs and Farmers! 🌱💡

Publication

Small Grant to Support Green Entrepreneurship and Land Security

This report examines into the multifaceted issues faced by the Weajue community due to the operations of BEA Mining Company (BMC) in the region. It aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the problems, financial and legal concerns, environmental impacts, employment challenges, health and safety issues, and the utilization of development funds. Additionally, the report offers detailed recommendations for addressing these issues and improving the overall well-being of the Weajue community.

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THE IMPACT OF MINING ON GENDER, CLIMATE, AND ECONOMIC LIVELIHOODS IN WEAJUE COMMUNITY

Climate Justice Research on Domestic Resource Mobilization in Extractive Industry in Liberia

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Climate Financing Research on Domestic Resource Mobilization in Extractive Industry in Liberia