Educate Liberia

A BRIEF HISTORY
Liberia was founded as a colony by the American Colonization Society as a nation for freed people looking for a fresh start in 1822. In 1847, they gained their independence as a nation. Liberia was known for the production of rubber and for the mining of diamonds as well as iron ore. In 1990, civil wars began that have hindered the nation’s economy, education, and liberties.

IMPACT TO EDUCATION
Before the outbreak of war, Liberia was known to have a thriving educational system. School was provided freely for all children, while the government trained quality teachers. However, the impact of war left its mark on education. Many schools were shut down or damaged, teachers fled to other countries, and many children are still left without the opportunity for an education.

LASTING CHANGE
With your help, we are working to change all of that! The New Breed Praise Academy opened its doors in Bomi, Liberia, in 2023, to an enrollment of 200 students from Pre-school to 5th Grade. The building has already been expanded so that more children may receive an education. And thanks to sponsors like you, all of this is being provided at no cost to the families!