20/08/2026
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Health Tech Liberiaโs Advocacy Contributes to Ministry of Educationโs National School Health Efforts
MONROVIA, LIBERIA
August 20, 2026
Health Tech Liberia (HTL) is pleased to highlight its contribution to the Ministry of Educationโs ongoing efforts to strengthen school health and student well-being in Liberia.
HTL participated in a two-day review workshop organized by the Ministry of Education to review the National School Health Club Training Manual and National School Health Policy. The organization was subsequently invited to the official launch of the revised Manual and Policy on August 18, 2026, represented by its Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Madam Makessa Bility.
The organizationโs involvement builds on advocacy initiated last year, when Health Tech Liberia engaged the Ministry of Education, Students Personnel Office to advocate for the establishment of mental health clubs in secondary schools, beginning in Montserrado County.
As part of the advocacy, HTL conducted an assessment of mental health clubs and student support structures in schools an assessment that was led by it founder Madam Makessa supported by her team members. The findings were documented and used to strengthen advocacy for the inclusion of mental health within Liberiaโs national school health framework.
Health Tech Liberia is pleased that the revised National School Health Club Training Manual now includes a dedicated section on mental health and psychosocial services. The framework recognizes the importance of creating school environments that promote studentsโ health, safety, mental well-being, and social development.
For HTL, this represents an important step in ensuring that students have access to mental health information, peer support, and appropriate referral pathways when support is needed.
Health Tech Liberia appreciates the Government of Liberia and Ministry of Education, the Students Personnel Office, stakeholders, educators, partners, and its team for their contributions to this important national effort.
HTL remains committed to working with government, schools, communities, young people, and partners to strengthen mental health awareness, psychosocial support, referral systems, and student well-being across Liberia.
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