About Us

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Who We Are

Founded in 2012 by Doris Myers and co-founder Rufus Kwenah, LESSAT-AFRICA is a regional Liberian development organization dedicated to transforming education in Liberia, Ghana, Kenya, and Rwanda. Responding to Liberia’s post-war need for skilled professionals, the organization empowers underserved communities through inclusive, STEM-based vocational education and climate-smart development. 

 

what we do?

On behalf of the LESSAT-AFRICA team, thank you for joining us as we take a bold step toward a stronger, smarter Liberia.

We’re not just transforming education, we’re building futures. Through a modern, STEM-driven TVET system, we equip young people with practical, job-ready skills aligned with industry needs in construction, robotics, energy, health, and environmental management.

LESSAT-AFRICA supports rural communities through small project assistance grants for school repairs, training center upgrades, and renovations. We also provide scholarships, textbooks, mentorship, mental health support, and career guidance, because behind every thriving student is a strong support system.

With over 40 volunteers and a reach of 9,000+ learners, we bridge gaps in teacher training and educational infrastructure. Our innovative tools-mobile cinema, STEM exhibitions, and rural trail bridges help connect even the most remote communities to opportunity.

We are committed to equity, breaking down barriers for girls and underserved youth, and ensuring everyone has a fair chance to succeed in technical education.

But we can’t do this alone. Your support helps us train educators, build labs, and empower the next generation of leaders and innovators.

Partner with us. Let’s build Liberia’s future together.

AMB. RUFUS J. KWENEH

Co. Founder

LESSAT-AFRICA

Lessat meeting with Ghana Vice President

Mission

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.

Vision

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

Philosophy

Our Impact

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students, Teachers and Executives are impacted in urban slums since 2012

Institutes
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TVET centers, primary and high schools, and universities, reached 

Awards
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recognizing STEM excellence in teaching, research, and innovation

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organized to foster STEM in TVET innovation and collaboration.

WHY we do it?

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We believe that children, and adolescents not only deserve but also need respect, dignity, and the opportunity to thrive. Our programs and activities help the most vulnerable members of our communities feel valued in ways that society often overlooks.

We empower the most vulnerable in Liberia through STEM-driven TVET education. By providing quality education and skills training, we help individuals build confidence, achieve upward mobility, and contribute positively to their communities.

We owe it to ourselves, as much as to these young people, to work with determination and passion to eradicate poverty, provide education, and improve everyone’s living conditions.

how we do it?

Our work is driven by the urgent need to transform Liberia’s education system, which still faces the aftermath of civil conflict, including poor infrastructure, teacher shortages, limited access to science and technology, and a disconnect between education and employment. We focus on 4 pronged areas:

Improved Learning Outcomes
  • Curriculum Based Learning 
  • TVET & Experiential Learning 
  • Digital Learning Solutions
  • STEM-Driven TVET Ideation and Exhibition 
  • Kids Healthcare and Nutrition Support
  • Educational Infrastructure Support
  • Construction of Trail Bridges
  • Solar Panels for Alternative Power
  • Refurbishment of Classrooms & Science Labs
  • Setting up STEM Labs, Libraries, TVET Workshops
Community Enagagement
  • Curriculum Based Learning 
  • STEM & Experiential Learning 
  • Digital Learning Solutions
  • Sports and Extra-Curricular Activities
  • Nutrition and Healthcare Support
  • Infrastructure Development
  • Using Building as Learning Aid
  • Solar Panels for Alternative Power
  • Refurbishment of Classrooms & Science Labs
  • Setting up STEM Labs, Libraries, Numeracy Labs

Where we are?

SWEDEN PROGRAM

The Liberians Encouraging Students in Science and Technology (LESSAT-AFRICA) is headquartered in Liberia.

Based in the capital city of Liberia – Monrovia, and the most busy city in the Country, we are ideally located to experience diverse social needs, benefit from world-class expertise and offer support to all our initiatives in Liberia and around Africa.

For more information and to find out how you can get involved, please visit our  Join Us page.

Telephone: +231886940395/+250 787170696
Email: info@lessatafrica.org

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