FELMAUSA Youth Development and Empowerment: Building Liberia's Future Leaders

Empowering Liberia's youth, who make up nearly 60% of the population, to overcome challenges and fulfill their potential. Join FELMAUSA in equipping young Liberians with the skills, resources, and opportunities they need to succeed.

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Challenges Facing Liberia's Youth

Unemployment

Liberia's youth unemployment rate is among the highest globally, with limited access to formal jobs or entrepreneurial opportunities.

Limited Education Access

Poverty, inadequate infrastructure, and early marriage prevent many youths, especially girls, from completing their education.

Substance Abuse

Rising rates of drug and alcohol abuse are eroding youth potential, increasing crime rates, and creating a public health crisis.

Lack of Vocational Training

Many young people lack the technical skills required for stable employment, perpetuating cycles of poverty.

Challenges Facing Liberia's Youth

Scholarships

Over 750 scholarships awarded to Liberian students, from primary school to university level.

School Supplies

500 backpacks filled with essential supplies distributed through the Back-to-School Program.

STEM Education

ntroduction of STEM-focused programs to prepare youth for careers in science and technology.

Vocational Training and Entrepreneurship

Skill Development

FELMAUSA offers training in trades such as carpentry, tailoring, and IT to increase youth employability and entrepreneurial potential.

Partnerships

Collaborations with local businesses provide apprenticeships and mentorship opportunities for young Liberians.

Financial Literacy

Workshops on financial literacy and business development equip youth with essential entrepreneurial skills.

Challenges Facing Liberia's Youth

Youth Leadership Summits

Platforms for young people to develop communication, negotiation, and team-building skills.

Mentorship Programs

Connecting youth with successful professionals who guide their career and personal development.

Community Engagement Projects

Encouraging youth to take active roles in solving local challenges and contributing to their communities.

Substance Abuse Prevention and Mental Health Support

Awareness Campaigns

Highlighting the dangers of drug and alcohol use through targeted educational initiatives.

Support Services

Offering counseling and support groups for at-risk youth and those struggling with substance abuse.

Mental Health Initiatives

Providing counseling services, stress management workshops, and partnering with local organizations to expand access to mental health care.

Challenges Facing Liberia's Youth

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A group of people in colorful traditional attire dancing outdoors at a cultural festival or celebration
Group of young people collaborating on a wooden structure outdoors, surrounded by greenery and trees

FELMAUSA supports annual sports tournaments and cultural festivals to foster teamwork, discipline, and cultural identity among Liberian youth.

Achievements and Impact

750 Awareness Campaigns

Empowering students to pursue careers in medicine, engineering, teaching, and more.

1K Youths Trained

Through vocational programs, helping them secure jobs and start businesses.

500 Backpacks Distributed

Providing essential school supplies to children in need.

2K Youth Engaged

In annual sports tournaments, promoting healthy, team-building activities.

Partner with FELMAUSA: Invest in Liberia's Future

Your support can fund scholarships, provide tools for vocational training, expand mentorship initiatives, and establish youth resource centers. Every $100 donated can sponsor school supplies for 10 children or fund a workshop for 20 young entrepreneurs.

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Contribute to youth empowerment programs

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