A large portion of the population lives below the poverty line, with limited access to basic necessities like food, clean water, and healthcare.
Decades of civil war have left the country with damaged infrastructure, limited economic opportunities, and a fragile social fabric.
Liberia has a high number of orphans due to conflict and disease. These children face poverty, exploitation, and limited education. Thankfully, organizations like Lifesong for Orphans and Africa Heartwood Project provide care and support. You can help by donating, volunteering, or raising awareness.
Many children and adults lack access to quality education, hindering their ability to break the cycle of poverty.
Deforestation, soil degradation, and climate change are impacting agriculture and livelihoods, particularly in rural areas.
Liberia has faced significant health challenges, including the Ebola outbreak in 2014 and the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. These crises have further strained the already weak healthcare system.
