Watch and Meet the Author of Liberty Brought Us Here
Friends of Liberia partnered with the San Diego World Affairs Council to host the author of a book about former slaves who migrated to Liberia in the 1800s. Author Susan E. Lindsey joined us [...]
Southeast Region Virtual Hangouts
Come trade stories and pictures from your region! We are hosting two events for the Southeast Counties in Liberia! Bring a beverage of your choice, a fun anecdote, and a picture to share. You can [...]
Liberty Brought Us Here: The True Story of American Slaves Who Migrated to Liberia
Friends of Liberia is hosting a virtual event where YOU can meet Susan E. Lindsey, author of newly published book, Liberty Brought Us Here: The True Story of American Slaves Who Migrated to Liberia. Â
COVID-19 Task Force issues first grant to local organizations that fought against Ebola
The Community Women’s Initiative for Children of Ebola Victims (COWICEV) and the Positive Change Women and Girls Initiative (POCHAWOIN) are the first joint-group to receive grant money for coronavirus projects. These two groups will be [...]
Happy July 26th! Celebrating 173 Years of Liberia’s Independence
What is the story behind July 26th? Learn about the history of Liberia's Independence day and find out how to come celebrate with Friends of Liberia!
Recruitment and Verification Improved for the Family Literacy Initiative
The Bracken School Readiness Assessment was used to evaluate the skills of 162 children prior to entering the FLI program. Another 25 children were assessed from back-up families that could replace families who move [...]
In Search of a Returned Peace Corps Volunteer
The Friends of Liberia Education Working Group seeks a returned Peace Corps Volunteer serving in Liberia, West Africa between 1962 and 1970.
Lofa Hangout – July 16
We are hosting another virtual hangout for all who lived, worked, or otherwise have a special connection to Lofa County! Send a photo to communication@fol.org or bring a physical copy so that we can share [...]
Help Respond to COVID-19
Please step forward by making a special donation designated to "COVID-19 Response" that will help FOL expand its work helping Liberians deal with the pandemic. The CARES Act of March 27, 2020, allows non-itemizers to [...]
A Memoir Inspired by a FOL Hangout
Carol and Don Hegeman served as Peace Corps Volunteers from 1967 - 1971. They lived in New Kru Town, then Tappita, where Carol worked as a teacher trainer and Don made a darkroom to take [...]
