Support to Rural Girls Education in Liberia

Learning Squared Liberia PROJECT Report:    SUPPORT RURAL GIRLS EDUCATION IN LIBERIA (33068).

DATE:      December 30, 2025

LOCATION: MONROVIA, LIBERIA

Prepared By: LSL-Liberia
Phone: +231(0)886828014

              +231(0)776828014
Email: info@learningsquaredlib.org
Website: learningsquaredliberia.org

1.0 INTRODUCTION

This report covers activities implemented under the Peace for Education Project during the reporting period October 2025 – January 2026. The activities were carried out in Margibi County, Liberia. The report highlights the planned activities, achievements recorded during the period under review, and concludes with key recommendations.

2.0 PLANNED ACTIVITIES FOR THE PERIOD UNDER REVIEW

2.1 Learning Squared Liberia Launches Peace for Education at ROSODAN School

2.2 Educational Support Commitment for Girls – FY26

2.2 Recommendations and Conclusion

3.0 ACHIEVEMENTS FOR THE PERIOD UNDER REVIEW

3.1 Learning Squared Liberia Launches Peace for Education at ROSODAN School

Learning Squared Liberia officially launched the Peace for Education Initiative (Pilot Program) at ROSODAN School System in Margibi County. The launch brought together more than 30 participants, including parents, teachers, students, and school administrators.

During the launch, a donation of $7,080.00 seven thousand and eighty dollars (LD) was presented to the elected student leadership, who expressed appreciation for the program and their willingness to support the program goals. Ms. Jennis Rue explained that the program will run for a six-month period, during which students will actively participate in peer mediation, leadership development, and peace-promoting activities.

The program seeks to address the gap in structured peacebuilding education by training students as Youth Peace Ambassadors, establishing a Peace Club, and equipping teachers with peace-sensitive and trauma-informed approaches. By addressing challenges such as bullying and peer conflict, the program aims to strengthen discipline, improve student behavior, foster a lasting culture of peace, and enhance peace literacy and student leadership. The pilot also provides a model for future expansion to other schools across Liberia.

Selected students are being trained as Youth Peace Ambassadors, gaining skills in peer mediation, emotional intelligence, conflict resolution, and leadership. Participating students have expressed great excitement and appreciation for the opportunity to make a positive contribution to their school community.

A Peace Club has been established, comprising 20 participants, to encourage dialogue, teamwork, and student engagement in peace-related activities. In parallel, teachers are receiving peace-sensitive and trauma-informed training to support students better and manage conflicts constructively. Throughout the pilot phase, progress is being monitored, and feedback is being gathered to ensure effective implementation. By the end of the three months, the initiative aims to enhance peace literacy among students, strengthen student leadership and responsibility, reduce incidents of bullying and peer conflict, and foster a harmonious and supportive school climate.

2.2 Educational Support Commitment for Girls – FY26

Learning Squared Liberia has committed to providing support to ten (10) girls, aged 7–15 years, during the FY26 academic year as part of its ongoing efforts to promote access to quality education and advance girls’ education in Liberia. This support is designed to reduce financial barriers that often prevent girls, particularly those from underprivileged and rural communities, from continuing their education. The support is expected to contribute to improved school attendance, retention, and academic performance among the selected beneficiaries. Learning Squared Liberia will monitor the progress of the beneficiaries throughout the academic year to ensure the effective use of support and the achievement of positive educational outcomes.

3.5 Recommendations and Conclusion

Learning Squared Liberia extends sincere appreciation to its supporters, donors, GlobalGiving, local communities, and the school administration for their commitment and support toward the successful implementation of the project. Learning Squared Liberia remains committed to working with children across Liberia, with a particular focus on underprivileged children in rural and underserved communities, to promote peaceful learning environments and inclusive education for all.

• Global_Giving_Report_OctJan_2026.pdf (PDF)
  

                             Learning Squared Liberia PROJECT Report:   

               SUPPORT RURAL GIRLS' EDUCATION IN LIBERIA (33068).

                              DATE:  September 2, 2025

                             LOCATION: MONROVIA, LIBERIA

Prepared By: LSL-Liberia
Phone: +231(0)886828014

              +231(0)776828014
Email: info@learningsquaredlib.org

INTRODUCTION: 

This report covers recent activities implemented under the above-mentioned Project covering the month under review (July-September  2025). Activities were held in Montserrado County in Liberia.

This report reflects on the below:

2.0 PLANNED ACTIVITIES FOR THE PERIOD UNDER REVIEW

2.1  Assessment of New Schools

2.2  2.2 Recommendations and Conclusion

During the month under review,  Learning Squared County Management Team, headed by Ms. Jennis Rue, undertook a week-long assessment of two schools in lower Margibi County. The schools assessed were the ROSODAN School System and the Bryan Memorial Academy. The primary purpose of this assessment was to ascertain the capacities of the teaching staff and school management to develop an appropriate program that will strengthen the school’s delivery of quality education. The assessment was also done to provide information that will help in determining the launch of the microloan program.

As part of the exercise, the team conducted site visits to evaluate school infrastructure, teaching capacity, and student enrollment needs. Engaged with school administrators, parents, and community stakeholders to determine readiness and identify gaps. Held meetings with parents and school administrations to provide an overview of the Microloan Program, which is planned for introduction this year. The program aims to empower parents, particularly women, by increasing their income-generating capacity, thereby enabling them to support their children’s education better. Both parents, teachers, and school authorities expressed excitement and a strong willingness to support the program. Speaking on behalf of the parents and participants, Madam Korpo, a single mother, highlighted the importance of the initiative. She remarked:

“Today, we are happy. This is good news for us, and this program will help us support our children’s education.”

Her comments reflect the broader enthusiasm among stakeholders for the program, particularly the microloan component, which is a vital tool for empowering parents, especially women, to generate income and invest in their children’s future.

2.3  Recommendations and Conclusions

Based on the assessment of the ROSODAN School System and Bryan Memorial Academy, the following recommendations are proposed:

Recommendations

1. Capacity Building for Teachers and School Management: Provide targeted training to strengthen instructional delivery, classroom management, and administrative practices.
2. Introduction of the Microloan Program:  Roll out the program for parents, with a focus on women, to enhance household income and ensure sustainable support for children’s education.
3. Infrastructure and Resource Support:  Address identified gaps in infrastructure and learning resources to improve the overall teaching and learning environment.
4. Stakeholder Engagement:  Continue fostering strong collaboration with parents, teachers, and community leaders to ensure program ownership and sustainability.
5. Monitoring and Evaluation: Establish clear mechanisms to track progress, measure outcomes, and adapt interventions as needed.

Conclusion
The assessment confirmed that both schools are eager and prepared to collaborate with Learning Squared in strengthening educational service delivery. The strong support expressed by parents, teachers, and administrators, particularly the enthusiasm for the microloan program, demonstrates a shared commitment to improving access to and quality of education. With targeted interventions, continuous engagement, and effective resource allocation, the partnership has the potential to make a lasting impact on the schools and their surrounding communities.

• Global_Giving_Report_September_2_2025.pdf (PDF)