The Chair of the Liberia Configuration of the Peacebuilding Commission (PBC), H.E. Ms. Anna Karin Eneström, on May 19, 2022, convened a meeting of the Government of Liberia and international partners and discussed priorities for continued support, with a focus on gender equality and women’s empowerment, including eliminating gender-based violence and promoting women’s political participation in the context of the upcoming presidential and legislative elections.
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Deputy Minister Flomo Addresses UN Forum on Financing for Development: Highlights the need for strong partnerships in building effective tax systems
The Deputy Minister of Economic Management at the Ministry of Finance and Development Planning says a strong partnership that enhances coordination and collaboration among all stakeholders is essential for building an effective tax system and raising revenue for investments in the Sustainable Development Goals.
Liberia Elected to UN Committees on NGOs, Programme and Coordination
The Republic of Liberia has been elected to the United Nations Committee on Non-Governmental Organizations for a four-year term beginning January 2023.
The Committee on Non-Governmental Organizations, established in 1946, is a standing committee of the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) that oversees the implementation of the framework governing NGOs' participation in the work of the United Nations.
Gender Minister Tarr Addresses General Discussion of CSW66
On Tuesday March 22, 2022, Liberia’s Minister of Gender, Children and Social Protection, Hon. Williametta E. Saydee Tarr addressed the General Discussions of the 66th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW66).
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Thank you, Madam Chair;
Good morning excellencies and colleagues;
First Lady Clar Weah Addresses Liberia’s CSW Side-Event: Wants More Women and Girls at the Climate Decision Making Table
The First Lady of the Republic of Liberia, Her Excellency Ambassador Clar Marie Weah has called for the inclusion and meaningful participation of women and girls in climate decision and policy making processes.