Maloma Village: Life Without Connection
Cellphones at the only spot for mobile network in Maloma village
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Nigeria’s Zamfara State to Launch Social Protection Policy The Zamfara State government says it is set to launch a Social Protection Policy and Law, an innovative and all-inclusive project, critical in ensuring that its social systems are robust and responsive to the needs of the people, particularly the most vulnerable. Governor Dauda Lawal dropped the…
World Makes Efforts to reach 500 million people with Cash Transfers in low income countries by 2030
Rio de Janeiro, November 15, 2024. As part of a concerted push towards the fight againstpoverty and hunger, a group of governments, multilateral development banks, and UN agenciesare announcing expanded efforts and increased cooperation with a view to reach 500 millionpeople with the expansion of cash transfer programmes in low and lower middle-income countriesby 2030,…
The survival Story: A spotlight on the informal sector, REALISE Project
The Daily Reality Life in Monrovia is a challenging endeavour, where survival often feels like a game with three possible outcomes: win, lose, or draw. Many residents find themselves on the drawing board, eagerly awaiting their next opportunity to succeed in this struggle for existence. James Labellie, a local entrepreneur operating informally in downtown Monrovia,…
Gender-responsive social protection and climate resilience
Women and girls are at heightened risk from climate change and weather-related shocks due to pre-existing gender inequalities. Socio-cultural and gender norms also mean that women have fewer options and more limited decision-making on how to mitigate these risks. Women’s livelihoods are typically more dependent on natural resources and agriculture, making them particularly vulnerable to…
Food Sufficiency: A sense of Independence for a remote Village in western Liberia
In the small town of Farwhenta, in the south of Bopolu, Gbarpolu County, a remarkable transformation is underway. Here, the ability to feed oneself has become a profound symbol of independence. Residents no longer wait for frozen chicken or imported rice to journey from Monrovia, navigating muddy forest roads. Instead, they are taking matters into…
Flood-Prone Communities to Benefit from REALISE Project
Monrovia, September 26, 2024 — The Recovery of Economic Activity for Liberian Informal Sector Employment (REALISE) Project is set to make a significant impact in twelve flood-prone communities across Montserrado County. This initiative will be spearheaded by the Labor-Intensive Public Works (LIPW) component, which aims to provide temporary employment opportunities through community service initiatives. Jerry…
1,500 Flood-Affected Families Receive Cash Assistance
Monrovia, September 23, 2024 – The Liberia National Red Cross Society (LNRCS), with support from the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) and the European Union (EU), has successfully completed the first phase of its emergency cash transfer program, aiding 1,500 families impacted by the unprecedented floods in June and July…
Liberia’s Gender Minister stresses the urgent need to address the plight of street children
On Monday, August 19, 2024, Madam Gbeme Horace-Kollie, Minister of Gender, Children, and Social Protection, appeared on a local popupar radio station in Monrovia-OK FM, to talk about the Ministry’s current initiatives in addressing the critical issue of children in street situations. The discussion provided valuable insights into the comprehensive measures the Ministry is implementing…
More Capacity for REALISE Project
Five staff members of the REALISE Project recently completed specialized training in Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Risk Management in the workplace. This training was designed to address critical issues related to GBV at project implementation sites. Armed with this expertise, these staff members from REALISE will now take on the role of trainers, disseminating their knowledge…