About Us

Driving Sustainable Development through STEM-Driven TVET Education and Advocacy

ABOUT lessat-aFRICA

Founded in 2012, Liberians Encouraging Students in Science and Technology (LESSAT-Africa) is a accredited STEM-driven TVET non-profit dedicated to advancing inclusive education and empowering the next generation of technicians and scientists. We work to tackle Africa’s scientific, technological, and climate change challenges by fostering innovation, promoting youth empowerment, and creating a sustainable future for the continent.

We Spark Students Interest Early

“When young people gain practical skills and real opportunities, they can transform their lives, strengthen their communities, and power a stronger future for Liberia. LESSAT brings the joy and excitement of science to youth, encouraging them to pursue technical fields and grow into Liberia’s future leaders in technology and innovation.”

-Co. Founder, LESSAT-Africa

Mission

Our mission is to empower and equip Liberian women, children, and youth to become skilled technicians, scientists, and innovators, creating opportunities for employment, entrepreneurship, and sustainable solutions that tackle local and global challenges.

Our vision is to be the premier regional development NGO in Africa, transforming communities into skilled human capital and combating illiteracy by fostering excellence Higher Education,and innovation in STEM-Driven 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 by the numbers

Students

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Teachers and Lecturers has been impacted across underserved communities since 2012

Institutes

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TVET centers, schools, and universities, reached to STEM and TVET education

Awards

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presented recognizing STEM excellence in teaching, research, and innovation

Events

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organized to foster STEM in TVET innovation and collaboration.

Why stem-Driven tvet education?

If Liberia is to address poverty, and unemployment, the most effective starting point is education that leads to real work. Education builds the knowledge, practical skills, and contribute to national development.

Yet access alone is not enough. Many learners face poor infrastructure, limited teaching capacity, and schooling that is not linked to employment, leaving families trapped in economic hardship.

STEM-driven Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) closes this gap by integrating science, technology, engineering, and mathematics with hands-on training for high-demand sectors such as construction, healthcare support, renewable energy, agriculture, and environmental management. Skilled workforce essential for inclusive and sustainable economic growth.

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

Creating Enabling Learning Environment

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

Creating Enabling Learning Environment

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?

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:
+231880598936 / +250787170696 / +15154949944
Email: info@lessatafrica.org