“Data in the context of African development is critical to formulating evidence-based policies,” stressed former President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf when speaking on achieving justice and equity in Africa at this year’s Afrobarometer Planning Meeting in Ghana. Madam Sirleaf advocated for…
The participation of women in political life brings about positive transformations that benefit society as a whole, from building lasting peace to promoting inclusive policies and equitable development. Liberia, which is preparing to hold presidential and legislative elections later this…
Women leaders of today walk in the footsteps of those who, through their past achievements, have unlocked the doors of leadership and progressed before them. Day after day, they draw inspiration and motivation from the legacy of those women leaders…
For generations, Liberian women have led innovations that spark advancements in every sphere of life. By challenging gender inequities and advocating for underserved communities, they effect transformative impact on healthcare, education, economic growth, rural development, peace and security, and many…
African women continue to make strides in public leadership by overcoming systemic barriers and challenging gender bias. The EJS Center’s Amujae Leaders are prime examples of accomplished African women who are striving, each in their own field, to create a…
Since the first International Women’s Day was held over a century ago, much progress has been made toward gender equity as a fundamental human right and the basis for a prosperous world – emphasized by Goal #5 of the SDGs.…
On this International Women’s Day, we are celebrating three years since the inception of the Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center for Women and Development (EJS Center). We also continue to honor and celebrate former President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf by building…
Advancing gender equality in science is fundamental to building a sustainable and just future where women and girls are no longer sidelined in scientific and technological fields. This year, the International Day of Women and Girls in Science (IDWGIS) is…
With their trailblazing achievements in various spheres of public leadership, Amujae Leaders are role models for many African women and girls who aspire to take on the mantle of leadership and create positive change on the continent. As women leaders,…
