A coalition of women from across Liberia has launched a nationwide campaign--#SheDeservesASeat--in support of Edith Gongloe-Weh, the only female candidate contesting the upcoming Nimba County ...

A metal box, wrapped in a multi-color lappa, stood as a focal point, a small opening inviting donations. A blue lappa draped the table, around which women gathered, their voices still resonating from ...

In just a few days, voters in Nimba County will go to the polls to choose a new senator, someone to take the seat left vacant by the late Prince Yormie Johnson. It is a crowded race, with six men and ...

In 2022, the National Council of Chiefs and Elders of Liberia (NACCEL) announced a three-year moratorium on female genital ...

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In December 2011, Leymah Gbowee was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for her role in helping to end the devastating civil war in Liberia. She had mobilised thousands of women to take part in daily ...

Liberia's significant strides toward economic growth, educational parity, and greater protections for women's rights have not translated to equal opportunities for women in the workforce.

The West African State of Liberia is one of 27 countries in the world that has legislation denying women the right to pass on their nationality to their children in the same way as men. This means ...

One of the most inspirational woman to participate in WAW! Tokyo 2015 was H. E. Mrs. Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, President of the Republic of Liberia and Nobel Peace Prize Winner. She was without doubt ...

"Liberia is at a critical juncture in its peacebuilding ... You can’t fool an old woman with what you have," he shouted after casting his vote. Earlier, Senator Johnson had threatened the ...