Discover the national social protection system in Liberia, the challenges it faces, and the programs and services offered to target populations.
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,…
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…
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…