Monrovia- Indian Ambassador to Liberia Manoj Bihari Verma over the weekend held an interactive forum with Members of the Women Legislative Caucus of Liberia (WLCL) to strengthen partnership, women’s empowerment, parliamentary cooperation and capacity building.
By J.H. Webster Clayeh (0886729972)- [email protected]
The meeting was held at the Embassy of India in Monrovia. Rep. Ellen A. Attoh-Wreh, Chairperson of WLCL and Representative for District #3, Margibi County was accompanied by Representative Prescilla Abram-Cooper, Representative Julie Wiah, Representative G. Bessie Sonii-Feika, Representative Marie Johnson, Representative Moima Briggs-Mensah, Senator Dabah Varpilah, Senator Botoe Kanneh, and Madam Marayah Fyneah, Head of Secretariat, WLCL
The Indian Embassy in a statement said: “We are honored to host Members of the Women Legislative Caucus of Liberia (WLCL), led by Chairperson Hon. Ellen A. Attoh-Wreh. Discussions covered potential collaborations and parliamentary exchanges. WLCL appreciated India’s ongoing support under the UN South-South Cooperation framework for women’s empowerment and gender equality.”
A key highlight of the meeting was the acknowledgement of a new development project recently approved under recent IBSA Fund (India, Brazil, South Africa). A proposal of US$1 million has been recently approved to strengthen the capacities of Liberia’s Women Legislative Caucus in partnership with UN Women. This initiative aims to promote gender-responsive lawmaking and governance through tailored capacity development programs.
Its objectives include developing an action plan for legislative reforms to address discriminatory laws, promoting access to sexual and reproductive health rights, advancing women’s equal rights to economic resources and employment, and supporting informal education and economic empowerment opportunities for women and young women, particularly in rural areas.
The WLCL members expressed appreciation for India’s support in promoting gender-focused development through the UN South-South Cooperation framework.
Ambassador Verma thanked the Caucus for the warm reception extended to the Indian All-Party Parliamentary Delegation during its visit to Liberia from 1-3 June 2025, and conveyed India’s gratitude for Liberia’s solidarity in the fight against terrorism.
WLCL members praised India’s efforts in strengthening women’s leadership and expressed interest in future exchanges and training opportunities in collaboration with Indian institutions.
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The meeting concluded on a positive note with both sides expressing positive interest in continuing collaboration and building additional avenues for cooperation between the Indian Embassy and the Women Legislative Caucus of Liberia.
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