31/10/2025
Amuanu Celebrate International Day of the Girl Child in River Gee.
October 29,2025.
Medical Liberia, in partnership with Amuanu for Development, joined the global community in celebrating the International Day of the Girl Child with a vibrant program in Fish Town, River Gee County. The event brought together students, local officials, and community leaders to highlight the importance of girls’ education, empowerment, and protection against sexual and gender-based violence.
Keynote speaker Ms. Mercy Nimely urged communities to respect girls and promote gender equality through ongoing awareness campaigns. Madam Etta Quittee George, Coordinator of Medical Liberia’s River Gee Chapter, called on law enforcement to strengthen actions against gender-based violence and reaffirmed her organization’s commitment to safeguarding women and girls across
Executive Director of Amuanu for Development, thanked participants and emphasized that education is crucial for girls’ growth and national development. She reminded the audience that the International Day of the Girl Child, established by the United Nations in 2011 and observed every October 11, aims to raise awareness about the challenges girls face while promoting their rights and opportunities globally.
