There are more than 50 community radio stations registered with the Press Union of Liberia. Low income is one of the major problems affecting the community radio stations around Liberia. This accounts for high attrition rates of trained journalist. Most radio stations are staffed by volunteers who are not trained, professional, educated journalist. This is a major problem that results in sublevel journalist content. Excellent journalists are needed to write powerful, truthful, impactful content that will keep the Liberians well informed in all subject matters.
There are more than 50 community radio stations registered with the Press Union of Liberia. Low income is one of the major problems affecting the community radio stations around Liberia. This accounts for high attrition rates of trained journalist. Most radio stations are staffed by volunteers who are not trained, professional, educated journalist. This is a major problem that results in sublevel journalist content. Excellent journalists are needed to write powerful, truthful, impactful content that will keep the Liberians well informed in all subject matters.
The citizens in Buchanan (pop.34,270) collaborated and helped raise money collectively to keep their only hospital in Buchanan open. They also formed a committee, Help Save the Liberian Government Hospital to help fund raise for their hospital, which was having a very difficult time accessing funds from the government. The hospital reopened in October 5, 2019 after the Help Save the Liberian Government Hospital raised over $23,602. The hospital was closed after it had suffered two major fires in 2018. When the hospital was shut, a pregnant woman died and when there was a major bus accident access to emergency care was not available. Now opened, the hospital's projected patient load can be upwards to 10,000 per month.
PV0013: Patience is a single women with 2 children. She says her strength is creating businesses. She's sending both of her children to school. She values the thought of educating her children. She believes your investment will improve her life and that of her children as well.
Hi Everyone, Join me on donating to this amazing project! Elijah's dream of expansion and creating computer hubs in different locations in Liberia and his goal of educating many Liberians in technology should be supported.
LB0018: Elijah has an Associate of Arts Degree in Computer Science. His desktop publishing business began in 2015, with only two computers and a printer at a bus stop. Over the past few years, he has renovated a shop and moved his equipment there for operation. In 2019, he was able to buy three laptop computers and install a solar panel as a source of energy for the business. Due to economic challenge, Elijah has been unable to continue with the computer training that he was doing. His business serves as a source of income for himself, his family, and the extended families that he often helps as well. Expanding his business will serve as a means of giving back directly to the community, potentially providing employment while also helping to develop the minds of young people.
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Thank you very ever so much for this unique donation and with this, it will help me improve my business and family lively hood.
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5 years ago (~ 2015) the fishing village received attention from the World Bank which committed to financing a storage facility and freezer. What eventually happened was that the funding was turned over to a contractor that only finished the building then ran off with the funds for the freezers and other items. Now the villagers are each investing into the initiative to finish the project. They have collectively saved $4500 in the last 3 years. This resident driven project will improve the lives of over 200 families, will double their income by selling more fish (because of the freezer) and provide electricity/water to most of the village.
5 years ago (~ 2015) the fishing village received attention from the World Bank which committed to financing a storage facility and freezer. What eventually happened was that the funding was turned over to a contractor that only finished the building then ran off with the funds for the freezers and other items. Now the villagers are each investing into the initiative to finish the project. They have collectively saved $4500 in the last 3 years. This resident driven project will improve the lives of over 200 families, will double their income by selling more fish (because of the freezer) and provide electricity/water to most of the village.
8-27-20 Liberia is freeing up the restrictions of its citizens . Liberia was able to control the spread of the novel coronavirus. There was relatively low cases of Covid 19. Masks are still required while outdoors. Monies collected will now be directed... more8-27-20 Liberia is freeing up the restrictions of its citizens . Liberia was able to control the spread of the novel coronavirus. There was relatively low cases of Covid 19. Masks are still required while outdoors. Monies collected will now be directed to the Buchanan hospital and the continuation of making handmade masks
8-27. Wonderful update. The hospital received a donation to add solor panels to the hospital. The nurses and care givers no longer have to provide care in the dark during the night. Join us in donating to the hospital, so they can purchase the necessary... more8-27. Wonderful update. The hospital received a donation to add solor panels to the hospital. The nurses and care givers no longer have to provide care in the dark during the night. Join us in donating to the hospital, so they can purchase the necessary life saving medications and gloves so they do not have to reuse them.
LB0007: Ruth’s family totals 10. She has 2 children. The two children go to school, and the cost per child is $40 per year. She is happy with the education her children gets, she feels the schools are good. With the education she hopes her kids will be able to get a better job. Last month she gave $10US to her sister, so that she will be able to sell roasted corn and earn money. Her dream is to build her own shop, put more goods in it, and with another investment she wants to save and build her shop where she is building her 3 bedroom house.
LB0004: Beatrice comes from a family of 10. She has 4 children ages 14 yrs, 10 yrs and twin boys who are 2 months of age. She knows the importance of education, so educating her children is a big priority. Her family is very dependent on her, so with your investment her business can grow and bring in more customers and income. Last month she gave $10 US to the community leader as her contribution towards a hand pump in order for the members to have safe drinking water.
LB0006: Mohamed comes from a household of 6 other members. Mohammad is very strategic in his business planning with a high moral conduct in dealing with his customers. Because of his strong work ethic he was able to get his money exchange booth, mobile money services and become a cell phone retailer. He also merged with his nephew in a two apartment store construction that will sell electrical, electronic appliances/materials, laptop computers, phones, wrist watches and other goods. He always remembers “that the use of every single dollar and minutes, that you have wisely and live by your dream, nothing is impossible”, He just got married in 2-20.
Patience is a very good, persuasive saleswomen who has a used women clothes business. She was not able to make very much when the lockdown happened but now as things get better she is ready to grow her business. Your investment is very needed now..
This fishing village of 200 families needs a refrigeration facility so that they can sell fresh fish, especially to restaurants, which will significantly improve their income. The World Bank started the project over 5 years ago but the contractors ran off with the funds to finish it. Over the last 3 years the families themselves have saved $4,500 of the $17,650 needed to complete the work and install the power and refrigeration unit. Your investment will make a huge difference.
Esther sells red oil for cooking and ground nuts. She wants to add Lappa, tie and dye bedsheets and handmade Africian costumes and children's clothing to her shop. With a small investment she was able to grow her sales by 75% and can do more as the lockdown eases.
Benetta sells women's clothing. With your investment she will be able to buy more products and sell in the community market. She saves every month in a Susu (saving circle) to someday be able to sell from a store. During the coronavirus pandemic, she gave money to her church to give food for the community.
Eugene Tarr is a hard-working father of four, skilled in desktop publishing, graphic design, hardware and email services. Investment in his business will him help start selling stationary materials at his shop and offering computer training to those in the community. In March before the Covid lockdown he was able to grow his business income by 168% by July. With an investment he can continue that growth.
Francis sells fish on the side but his main business is making Aluminum windows. In March with a $100 investment from CII he was able to grow his sales by 250%. The lock down has cut his business but with a new power saw he is ready to grow it again. He also plans on training 2 other people, one female and one economically disadvantaged youth
Objective of the Resource Center is to generate revenue by using the multi complex resource center that will serve the media, students and members of the public. The revenue generated from this resource center will help educate, train and retain 20 staff community based journalists so they can provide high impactful information to the public. The revenues collected from the center main purpose is to sustain the radio station.
KEEP THE ONLY HOSPITAL IN THE REGION OPEN. With the coronavirus pandemic under control in Liberia the focus is on purchasing essentials such as much needed gloves and medications for the delivery of safe care to the citizens. Materials such as PPE will be purchased as needed.
RESIDENTS in Buchanan and Paynesville initiated a PREVENT CORONAVIRUS CAMPAIGN. Women in the community sewed handmade masks for distribution. Community outreach outlined key COVID 19 PREVENTION INFORMATION ie. stay at home, frequent hand washing, social distancing and wearing masks outdoors was thru educational flyers and radio jingles. 6/20 residents indicated that rice, food was a priority, so monies went to the purchase and distribution of rice for those in most need. Now monies collected will be directed to the hospital.
Miatta sells items in an open market. She got a small investment in March from CII and proved she was a good person to invest in. Even though business has been suffering in the lockdown, she was still able to grow sales by 132% in May. With your investment she wants to begin plans to own a store and buy more products. She is actively involved in her church, and 2 of her daughters passed the university exam, 1 hopes to become a doctor
Otis Kuopar runs a business that creates jobs and can grow. He builds concrete blocks for building homes in Buchanan. With just a $100 investment he was able to increase his monthly sales from $370 to $1,700 per month in July. He now has 6 workers. He needs a mini truck that will allow him to transport his blocks to different areas of Buchanan. This will not only help him expand his business but will give him an opportunity to continue helping other families of Buchanan by creating employment and investing in their businesses.
S. Channey has an eye for fashion, selling men's and women's clothing. He used the investment he got to expand his goods to include handbags, waist bags and back bags. He also paid his rent for the next 4 months! That got him through the covid lockdown and now he needs an investment to again grow his business.
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