Organization for Women and Children

08/12/2025

Through the technical support of ORWOCH and African Women Leaders' Network - Liberia National Chapter funded by UN Women and European Union in Liberia under the Women and Youth Democratic Engagement Project (WYDE) the Sinoe Women Platform, WE4SELF, and other local CSOs along with Women’s Groups, and Youth in Sinoe held a town hall meeting with the newly inducted Superintendent, Hon. Alexander Nah Sleweon. The dialogue focused on key issues affecting women’s inclusion in county decision-making, in line with the Local Governance Act of 2018.

During the meeting, CSOs and women’s groups raised concerns about the lack of accountability for past projects, limited budget updates, poor information sharing, weak coordination, and the absence of women within the Superintendent’s staff which is an important step toward women’s inclusion. They also highlighted the impact of the cancellation of afternoon school sessions, which has especially affected female students, and called for the release of all past reports on the County Development Funds.

Participants recommended that the Superintendent:
• Review past projects before initiating new ones
• Create safe spaces for women’s participation in decision-making
• Revisit the decision to cancel afternoon school sessions
• Strengthen monitoring mechanisms for GBV cases, including support for safe homes

Superintendent Sleweon expressed gratitude for the platform to engage with CSOs, women’s groups, and youth. He emphasized that the Local Governance Act is still new, making these conversations crucial for aligning collective views. He encouraged more coordination and urged stakeholders to continue organizing such dialogues with county leadership.

PC: DeReal Joyclyn

UN Women Liberia
International IDEA

02/12/2025

ORWOCH in Partnership with African Women Leaders' Network - Liberia National Chapter provided technical support under the Women and Youth Democratic Engagement Project (WYDE) funded by the UN Women & European Union in Liberia to local CSOs (Southeastern Women Development, PEACE Liberia) and women’s groups including the Maryland Women’s Network, Maryland Rural Women, and Pleebo Women, along with PWDs in Maryland County, to host a town hall meeting with the Office of the Superintendent, Hon. Henry Cole, the Maryland County Council, and the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection.

The discussion focused on county sittings and policies under the Local Government Act of 2018.
The town hall created a safe and inclusive space for CSOs, women’s groups, and PWDs to share the challenges limiting their participation in key county decision-making processes.

Representing the Superintendent, County Administrative Assistant Mr. John Baryee encouraged women’s groups and PWDs to work together, open a joint bank account for better financial tracking, and hold leaders accountable through proper reporting.

The Ministry’s representative, Marah Suku, emphasized the need for stronger information-sharing among women’s groups and CSOs, recommended setting up a committee to review past financial allocations, and committed to providing technical support to ensure follow-up.
The meeting concluded with a clear and documented action plan to support accountability and next steps for the county.
The town hall concluded with a radio talk show at Radio Cape Palmas in Harper city, Maryland county.

UN Women Liberia

International IDEA

08/11/2025

Mommas please ensure our girls are properly vaccinated

Health Ministry To Launch Vaccination Campaign for CervicalCancer Targeting Over Half a Million Girls in Liberia

November 4, 2025

Monrovia: The Ministry of Health, Republic of Liberia with support from the World Health Organization is expected to launch a five days vaccination campaign to protect more than half a million girls across Liberia from cervical cancer.

Speaking at at a press conference in Monrovia, The Extended Program on Immunisation menager Dr. Yuah Nemah noted that the HPV vaccine will be given at all public health centers nationwide.

Dr. Nemah indicated that the vaccine will help prevent cervical cancer a disease caused by a virus transmitted through sexual contact and offer long term protection for women.

According to Dr Youth the initiative marks a major step toward reducing the number of women dying from cervical cancer in Liberia

The campaign is expected to run from November 17 to 21 2025 targeting girls between the ages of 9yrs to 18yrs.

15/10/2025

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. ORWOCH has continued to demand accountability for Domestic Violence in Liberia.
See our scorecard below and watch out for the launch of the 2nd scorecard in November!
https://drive.google.com/drive/u/0/home

11/09/2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Date: September 11, 2025
Monrovia, Liberia

Condemns Alleged R**e by Deputy Minister of Youth and Sports; Calls for Transparent Investigation, Accountability, and Tougher Actions from the Ministry of Youth and Sports

The Organization for Women and Children (ORWOCH) expresses deep concern and outrage of the alleged r**e of a 14 year old girl by Deputy Minister Deputy Minister J. Bryant McGill of the Ministry of Youth and Sports. The incident represents a grave violation of the rights and dignity of a child and undermines the trust placed in public officials to uphold the highest standards of conduct.

ORWOCH further says even though the Ministry of Youth and Sports has granted the Deputy Minister a leave of absence. However, ORWOCH emphasizes that administrative leave is not accountability and such an act needs stronger actions from the Ministry. ORWOCH calls for a full, independent, and transparent investigation by the Liberia National Police and subsequent speedy trial to ensure that justice is served without fear or favor.

Sexual violence against children is a national emergency. It is unacceptable that any official especially one entrusted with the development and protection of Liberia’s youth should be implicated in such a heinous act.
ORWOCH stands firmly with the survivor and her family, and urge the government to provide immediate psychosocial support and legal protection to the victim.

ORWOCH also calls on the Ministry of Youth and Sports to conduct an internal review of its workplace safety protocols and to ensure that all staff, especially minors who visit the premises, are protected from harm.

ORWOCH remains committed to advocating for the rights of women and children across Liberia and commits to closely monitoring this case and demand accountability at every level.

11/09/2025

Our Executive Director Rebecca Haggen is representing Organization for Women and Children. She writes:
I'm deeply honored to be participating in the Advocacy and strategic Leadership -capacity Building for Regional Women's Organizations Leading in Strategic Advocacy Training taking place from September 8 to 11, 2025 in Dakar Senegal,
This transformative program brings together passionate change makers from across the region to straighten our collective voice, sharpen our leadership and advance strategic Advocacy for women's right and empowerment
Grateful for the opportunity to learn, connect, and lead in Dakar, here we come: 💪❤️

# Strategic Advocacy
# Dakar 2025 # Leadership Matters
# capacity Building

11/09/2025

🌍 Empowering Change Through Dialogue

ORWOCH was proud to be represented by our Program Manager, Williette Arthur, at the Positive Masculinity Workshop organized by the our partner African Women Leaders' Network - Liberia National Chapter

This transformative gathering brought together passionate advocates and thought leaders committed to reshaping narratives around masculinity, gender equality, and inclusive leadership. Williete joined fellow changemakers in exploring how positive masculinity can be a powerful tool in dismantling harmful stereotypes and fostering respectful, equitable communities.

We thank AWLN for creating space for these critical conversations and for championing a future where men and women lead together in harmony and mutual respect. 💪🏽💜

25/08/2025

Happy Flag Day!

23/08/2025

The Organization for Women and Children (ORWOCH) in partnership with the African Women Leaders Network (AWLN), with support from UNWomen and the European Union under the WYDE project, is thrilled to announce our Raise the Bar Transformative Leadership Program for Women’s Rights! From August 27-29, 2025, in Ganta, Nimba County, we’re equipping 10 young women leaders from Montserrado, Sinoe, Grand Kru and Maryland counties with skills in transformational leadership and policy advocacy to drive change in Liberia.

Meet our inspiring participants through their profile flyers! 📣 These emerging leaders are ready to advocate for gender equality and tackle critical issues like violence against women and girls. Stay tuned as we share their stories and celebrate their journey to becoming change-makers!

African Women Leaders' Network - Liberia National Chapter
European Union in Liberia
UN Women Liberia
UN Women Europe and Central Asia

26/07/2025

Happy Independence Day Liberia!

24/07/2025

📢 Join ORWOCH’s Team as Procurement Officer

The Organization for Women and Children (ORWOCH), a national, feminist, women led organization seeking the services of a Procurement Officer.
Criteria:
Bachelor Degree with 2 year experience in managing procurement.

The successful applicant will follow ORWOCH procurement manual
•Coordinates with all units for timely program implementation.
•Ensures compliant processing of all procurement related to program supplies, office supplies, training materials, training venues, catering services, etc., according to the Procurement Policy.
🛍️ **Join ORWOCH’s Team as Procurement Officer!**

The **Organization for Women and Children (ORWOCH)**—a bold, feminist, women-led national organization—is hiring a **Procurement Officer** to support our mission with integrity and precision.

📌 **Minimum Requirements:**
- Bachelor’s Degree
- At least 2 years’ experience in procurement management

📚 **Key Responsibilities Include:**
- Coordinating with all units for smooth and timely program implementation
- Ensuring procurement of supplies and services meets our Procurement Policy
- Safeguarding procurement and supply chain documentation (both digital and physical)
- Liaising with suppliers to monitor deliveries and resolve procurement-related issues
- Managing kitting, replenishment, and dispersal of equipment and goods
- Maintaining supplier records and ensuring full compliance with ORWOCH’s Safeguarding and Fraud Policies

If you're detail-oriented, committed to ethical standards, and passionate about feminist values—we want to hear from you!

📩 Apply now by submitting your CVs only to [email protected]. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. CVs will be subjected to background checks.

23/07/2025

The Organization for Women and Children (ORWOCH) is inviting applications for the position of Program Officer to play a supportive role in managing and advancing program activities along with the MEAL manager and Executive Director. The role is subject to a probationary period of three months, followed by a performance review.

As a key support within the program team, the Program Officer will assist with organizing donor grant processes, attending national strategy meetings with the leadership of the MEAL manager, and documenting program activities and communications. The role includes preparing donor briefings, supporting the development of proposals and budgets, maintain and ensuring compliance with donor and institutional policies. Candidates will be expected to participate in site visits, respond to donor requests, and help coordinate internal knowledge sharing across the organization.

Applicants must demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills, be in good health, and be prepared to uphold ORWOCH’s policies concerning the prevention of sexual, workplace, and domestic violence. Any criminal activity occurring within ORWOCH premises will be referred to the Liberia National Police for investigation.

Strict adherence to ORWOCH’s sexual harassment policy is mandatory.

To apply, fill in the form below and upload your curriculum vita and relevant certifications. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Applicants will be contacted for interview on a rolling basis.

ORWOCH is an equal opportunity employer committed to empowering women and children through education, advocacy, and inclusive development. https://forms.gle/Siy4csVqfJv3dWZE6