Public Health Initiative Liberia

Public Health Initiative Liberia PHIL is committed to promoting and enhancing the quality of health care delivery system in Liberia th T

Public Health Initiative Liberia ( PHIL) was conceived in 2011 by Liberia Health professionals to contribute towards the effectiveness of the health care delivery system of Liberia through leadership, partnership, innovation, advocacy and empowerment. PHIL's Managment team consists of a group of qualified, competent, committed and dedicated Liberians Health professionals with a wealth of experienc

es acquired through working with national and international organizations in countries like Haiti, Sudan, Pakistan and Liberia among others.

Lawmakers from Liberia joined global parliamentarians at a forum convened by the Health Advocacy Incubator and Gavi, th...
17/04/2026

Lawmakers from Liberia joined global parliamentarians at a forum convened by the Health Advocacy Incubator and Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, which led to the Istanbul Parliamentary Call to Action for Immunization Financing. It was a landmark moment affirming that protecting every child's right to life-saving vaccines demands bold political will. Ever since, Liberia's Commitment to Immunization Financing has gained more steam.At the Public Health Initiative Liberia (PHIL), we are proud to reflect on the progress made since then:
We've engaged Members of the Legislature on dedicated domestic budget allocations for immunization
💉We’ve amplified advocacy messages through community radio, print media, and civil society coalitions across Montserrado and beyond

đź’‰Our legislators have embarked on the establishment of the primary Health care and immunization caucus.

đź’‰We have released the budget gap analysis on primary Health Care and immunization financing generating the needed evidence for advocacy on domestic resource financing for PHC and immunization.

We continue to hold the line: vaccines save lives, and Liberia must fund its own health future . The Istanbul Declaration was not just a statement it was a commitment.
PHIL is here to ensure Liberia keeps that promise.
To our partners, legislators, health workers, and community champions: thank you. The work continues
One year since and is still at the table, still pushing for Liberia to fund its own immunization future. Every child in Liberia deserves a . Every budget season is a chance to make that real.


The Honourable House of Representatives Republic of Liberia

For years, Liberia has relied heavily on donor support, with only about 15% of immunization costs covered domestically, ...
14/04/2026

For years, Liberia has relied heavily on donor support, with only about 15% of immunization costs covered domestically, and even that partly financed through loans. Now Liberia is standing at a critical crossroads.

With the World Bank set to phase out support for traditional vaccines by 2026, our country will now face an additional US$1.06 million annually just to sustain immunization

We must decide whether we will invest in our people’s health or risk reversing hard-won gains.

Because when vaccines are underfunded:
• Children are missed
• Outbreaks return
• Health systems weaken

đź“Ś Read more: https://frontpageafricaonline.com/news/liberia-faces-over-us1m-annual-vaccine-bill-as-world-bank-phases-out-support/

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Thanks for being a top engager and making it on to our weekly engagement list! 🎉Emmanuel Tieh Delamy, Bartue Saydee, Jas...
01/04/2026

Thanks for being a top engager and making it on to our weekly engagement list! 🎉

Emmanuel Tieh Delamy, Bartue Saydee, Jas Joy Myers, Zowah Nenyeah, Oretha Kou Tenway

On Yesterday March 25 , Public Health Initiative Liberia launched the Budget Gap Analysis for Primary Health Care (PHC) ...
26/03/2026

On Yesterday March 25 , Public Health Initiative Liberia launched the Budget Gap Analysis for Primary Health Care (PHC) and Immunization in Liberia (2020–2024) an evidence-based report examining five years of government health financing commitments, ex*****on failures, and structural vulnerabilities facing Liberia’s health system.

The report was in partnership with the Global Health Advocacy Incubator (GHAI), a GAVI CSO partner under the Liberia Immunization & Primary Health Care Financing Project being implemented by Health Initiative Liberia , the report draws on official national budget data, MFDP expenditure reports, Ministry of Health records, and the Global Health Expenditure Database.

Key findings:
â–Ş Of $79.36M approved for PHC over five years, only $28.21M was disbursed a 35.5% ex*****on rate, leaving $51M unreached.
â–Ş PHC represents just 9.6% of actual health sector spending, against the WHO benchmark of 40%.
▪ Government PHC spending stands at $3.94 per capita, compared to $40.16 in out-of-pocket household spending — a 10-to-1 ratio.
▪ Liberia’s health budget consistently falls short of the Abuja Declaration’s 15% target, averaging 9–10%. Bridging this gap requires an additional $40–50M annually.

▪ GAVI financed 85% of immunization costs; GOL contributed only 15% below the required 20% threshold. Much of GOL’s contribution was financed through repayable World Bank loans.

▪ The World Bank will exit traditional vaccine financing from 2026, adding an estimated $1.06M/year to Liberia’s domestic fiscal obligation.

The report makes six priority recommendations including developing a Domestic Resource Mobilization strategy, strengthening budget ex*****on systems, progressively increasing health and PHC allocations, and establishing a structured transition plan for immunization financing before the World Bank exit.

This analysis is part of PHIL’s broader health financing advocacy work to empower communities and support evidence-based policy dialogue in Liberia.

Launch event brought together key stakeholders in the health sector from the UN , Ministry of Health , civil society and the Ministry of Finance and Development planning

Investing in Primary Health Care and Immunization is not optional it is the foundation of a resilient, equitable, and secure health system.

đź“° Media coverage (FrontPage Africa): https://frontpageafricaonline.com/health/liberia-disbursed-only-35-of-primary-health-care-funds-over-five-years-new-report-finds/

đź“„ Full report: www.philiberia.org

Public Health Initiative Liberia as country coordinating partner for the PMNCH Country Collaborative Advocacy Action Pl...
19/03/2026

Public Health Initiative Liberia as country coordinating partner for the PMNCH Country Collaborative Advocacy Action Plan Initiative ( CAAP Initiative)- a flagship initiative of PMNCH - that is amplifying advocacy and strengthening accountability for women’s, children’s and adolescents health through collaborative efforts of partners is this week through it’s Executive Director Joyce L. Kilikpo attending the Global Leaders Network (GLN) &Collaborative Advocacy Action Plan (CAAP) Convening from 18-20 March 202 in Nairobi Kenya . The convening is designed to deliberately bridge layers of influence among civil society actors and political leaders , ensuring that political leadership reinforces national CSOs coalition advocacy and that the country-level realities inform high-level diplomacy and advocacy for Women , Children and Adolescents Health issues .

01/12/2025

Thank You Local Voices Liberia for this interview with our founder and Executive Director Joyce L. Kilikpo on addressing the misinformation on HPV Vaccine and Cervical Cancer in Liberia .

🌍❤️ World AIDS Day 2025“Strengthening Liberia’s HIV Response With Young People at the Center.”Today, Public Health Initi...
01/12/2025

🌍❤️ World AIDS Day 2025

“Strengthening Liberia’s HIV Response With Young People at the Center.”

Today, Public Health Initiative Liberia (PHIL) joins the world in commemorating World AIDS Day a day to reflect, unite, and recommit to ending AIDS for every Liberian.

This year is especially important for Liberia. The Government of Liberia through the Ministry of Health, Republic of Liberia and National AIDS Control Program, in partnership with national and global health leaders, launched the Triple Elimination Strategy for HIV, Syphilis, and Hepatitis B among pregnant women.
This strategy signals a bold step toward protecting mothers and newborns, and building a healthier future for our nation.

Partners including UNAIDS, WHO, The Global Fund, and PEPFAR continue to emphasize that progress requires strong leadership, inclusive community engagement, and sustainable financing.

Young People Remain Central to the National Response

Liberia’s young people represent the country’s biggest opportunity for change. To sustain the gains we have made in HIV prevention, treatment, and care, young people must be fully involved informed, empowered, and supported.

Yet, many youths still face barriers such as:
• Limited access to youth-friendly health services
• Stigma and misinformation
• Gaps in prevention knowledge
• Minimal participation in decision-making
• Economic and social vulnerabilities

A Challenging Moment: Donor Funding Cuts

Recent reductions in donor financing, including support from USAID and other partners, present real risks to Liberia’s HIV response. These cuts threaten outreach, testing, prevention programs, and community interventions that young people rely on.

This moment calls for strong domestic leadership to keep essential services running and ensure no young person is left behind.

PHIL’s Call to Action

On this World AIDS Day, PHIL calls for:
✔️ Robust domestic financing to safeguard HIV programs amid donor cuts
✔️ Full implementation of the Triple Elimination Strategy, especially at community and facility level
✔️ Stronger youth-friendly services across the health system
✔️ Greater engagement of young people in policy, advocacy, and program design
✔️ Expanded access to testing, treatment, and prevention tools, including PrEP
✔️ Unified action between national and global partners to protect Liberia’s progress

We Must Not Lose Momentum

Liberia has taken an important step today with the triple elimination strategy. Now we must ensure that young people, pregnant women, and all communities benefit from sustained, equitable, and accessible HIV services.

PHIL remains committed today and every day to a future where every Liberian can live healthy, empowered, and free from stigma.

26/11/2025

Why the age group for HPV vaccine in Liberia is different from those in the western countries? See reasons below 👇🏾

26/11/2025

Did you know?
Girls aged 9–14 years are the primary target for the HPV vaccine and here’s why it matters for Liberia. 👇🏽

26/11/2025

đź“Ś Why the HPV Vaccine Matters

26/11/2025

đź“Ś What is HPV?
Check the comment section for all you need to know

Do you know of anyone who missed the just ended HPV vaccination campaign? If yes , let them know that the HPV vaccine is...
25/11/2025

Do you know of anyone who missed the just ended HPV vaccination campaign?
If yes , let them know that the HPV vaccine is available at all government supported health facilities across the country for girls 9-14 yrs old
The vaccine is safe and free and it’s part of government effort in eliminating cervical cancer among Liberian women as cervical cancer is the number one cancer killing Liberia since many women get diagnosed late.
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