As the a nation that boasts the first democratically elected female president in all of Africa – it is no surprise that Liberia is full of smart, strong women eager to work hard and make a difference.  However, despite Ma Ellen’s success, women in Liberia have a long road to equality.  Daily life for all women and girls in the impoverished post war country presents a multitude of challenges.  The women of the Malaya organization in the Bong Mines area of the interior are tackling these challenges by supporting each other. (click through to read more)

 Transitioning to Liberia presents new opportunities and challenges for The Niapele Project and our partners.    The Liberian government and people are focused on rebuilding the nation and reducing poverty.  Thousands of nationals are returning from countries of refugee throughout the region and are working to reintegrate in their homeland. 

The obstacles to progress are daunting but there is no doubt that lives will slowly improve, as hope and hard work are common characteristics of the resilient population.

The Niapele Project March Newsletter is available online now!

Click here to read what's happening and how YOU can be involved! 

Updates include:

• Relaunch of the School Nutrition Initiative in partnership with CAMES, now in Liberia

• Meet our Program Manager

• Save the Date to Party wih a Purpose in Los Angeles

• and more!

One of our partner organizations in Ghana, Vision Awake Africa for Development, is featured on Global Post!