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Let’s Build Liberia’s Skilled Human Capital
Founded in 2012, LESSAT-AFRICA is a Liberian development organization that aims to empower underserved communities with representation in Liberia, Ghana, Kenya, and Rwanda. The organization emphasizes innovative STEM-based vocational education, sustainable development, climate action, school renovations, teacher training, and the provision of essential educational resources with a focus on fostering sustainable livelihoods and promoting women’s empowerment.
Our mission is to empower impoverished communities through STEM-focused vocational education and advocacy, preparing them to tackle global challenges like climate change, healthcare disparities, and technological inequality.
Our vision is to be the premier regional development NGO in Africa, transforming communities into skilled human capital and combating illiteracy by fostering excellence and innovation in STEM and TVET through hands-on learning, collaboration, and creativity.
Our philosophy focuses on empowering the African community by providing STEM-driven TVET solutions that bridge the skills gap and align education with the needs of modern industries
With great pride and enthusiasm, I extend a heartfelt welcome on behalf of Liberians Encouraging Students in Science and Technology (LESSAT-AFRICA). As the Founder and Executive Director, I am honored to lead this dynamic institution dedicated to empowering the next generation through STEM and TVET education. LESSAT-AFRICA stands at the brink of an exciting new chapter, and I am committed to steering our organization toward greater heights by strengthening education quality, fostering innovation, and expanding opportunities for students.
Together with our esteemed Board of Advisors, dedicated Executive Management team, committed volunteers, ambitious students, distinguished alumni, and valued partners, we will drive meaningful change. Through collaboration, we aim to transform learning experiences, elevate aspirations, and create pathways that empower individuals and communities across Africa.
Key Interventions for Integrating our STEM-Based Generic Skills into TVET and the Ideation Program for Africa’s Vision 2050
Harnessing the Power of Community Organizing, Small Project Assistant Grants and Mobile Cinema to Promote STEM-Driven TVET Education & Raise Awareness of Climate Change in Liberia
STEM-driven TVET has been male-dominated, limiting opportunities for women. We support both genders proritizing female participation to increase employability, expand the workforce and ensure equal access for all.
We construct new schools and upgrade existing facilities, including science labs, technical workshops and electrical connections as well as building trail bridges to enhance connectivity for rural schools.
We emphasize showcasing innovation, problem solving and creativity in the fields of Science, Technology, Innovation (STI) and Vocational Education and Training (VET)
I always dreamed of becoming an engineer despite life’s challenges, until LESSAT-AFRICA discovered me through their Career Talk Personalized Mentorship Program in 2015. Under Doris Myers’ leadership, they provided one-on-one support that built my confidence, leading me to become a STEM Ambassador in 2019 while studying Auto Mechanics at MVTC. My dedication earned me an international scholarship to study Mechanical Engineering in Ivory Coast, and in April 2024, I graduated and secured a position as a Hydraulic Engineer at Achelo Metal Company. My journey from aspiring student to professional engineer demonstrates that with proper support, determination, and faith, even the most ambitious dreams can become reality.
students, Teachers and Executives are impacted in urban slums since 2012
TVET centers, primary and high schools, and universities, reached
recognizing STEM excellence in teaching, research, and innovation
organized to foster STEM in TVET innovation and collaboration.
Our community partnerships inspire us, and our values drive us
Our work emphasizes collaborative partnerships. We recognize no community thrive in isolation, we are committed to equipping individuals with the skills needed to thrive in modern industries. Through STEM integration in TVET, we focus on fostering innovation, practical training, and job creation
We embrace learning, innovation, and adaptability as we tackle challenges. Growth is essential to progress, and we succeed when we are open to change and continuous improvement.
We uphold the highest ethical standards through transparency, fairness, and accountability. Our dedication to professionalism, loyalty, creativity, efficiency, and teamwork ensures excellence and trustworthiness in all endeavors.
We reduce inequality through all forms of employment, ensuring freedom, equity, security, and human dignity for all workers, regardless of gender or age. Our value of decent work emphasizes fairness, dignity, and equality, fostering safe working conditions, fair wages, social protection, and opportunities for personal growth, thus allowing individuals to contribute effectively to society.
We work with governments, educators, industry leaders, and communities, we can create a unified approach to enhance innovation, ensure equitable access to education, and empower individuals, particularly women, girls, and young men, to succeed in a sustainable world. Teamwork strengthens our efforts to build effective STEM programs and overcome challenges in TVET.
We are actively advocating for the integration of STEM into technical and vocational education to drive innovation, promote equity, and ensure access to quality education, thereby empowering women, girls, young men, and communities.
To build the Africa we need, we must choose to contribute more equitably to society by embracing lifelong learning and skill development. TVET programs are key to meeting job market needs. Skilled citizens uplift others through mentorship and promote inclusive economic participation, fostering social mobility and a resilient economy.
Together, we can build a continent where everyone contribute to the knowledge based economy they deserve. Join us.
You make our programs possible and your support is transforming lives. Thanks for your support
