MONROVIA – Monday, August 28, 2023, marks a significant milestone in the education sector of Liberia as the Ministry of Education, in collaboration with USAID, commenced the implementation of the Education Systems Strengthening Activity (ESSA).
By Henry Karmo [email protected]
The three-day event is being held at a local hotel in Monrovia. “We are pleased to announce the launch of the Problem-Driven Iterative Adaptation (PDIA) process training, which is a crucial component of the ESSA work plan.”
Over the next three days, the Ministry of Education, in partnership with FHI360, will bring together County Education Officers and various education stakeholders from six counties, namely Lofa, Bong, Nimba, Montserrado, Bassa, and Margibi.
The primary objective of this training is to equip participants with a comprehensive understanding of the PDIA approach, facilitate problem analysis, and foster collaborative efforts to design an effective rollout framework for the six counties.
“This training is a vital step towards the Ministry’s commitment to adopting a more collaborative and problem-driven approach to address the challenges in our education system. By embracing the PDIA methodology, we aim to strengthen our education systems, promote adaptive learning, and ensure sustainable progress in providing quality education for all Liberian children.”
Making remarks, Education Minister Ansu Sonii emphasized the significance of the initiative, stating, “This is a Ministry of Education project. USAID has, this time, designed an intervention that is specifically tailored to support and empower the Ministry of Education.”
He also said the collaborative endeavor between the Ministry of Education and USAID signifies a strong partnership focused on empowering the Ministry to drive positive change in Liberia’s education sector.
“The Ministry of Education extends its gratitude to USAID for their generous support and commitment to improving education in Liberia. We also express our appreciation to FHI360 for their expertise and partnership in implementing the Education Systems Strengthening Activity.
“We look forward to the successful completion of the PDIA training and the subsequent implementation of the rollout framework in the six counties. Together, we are determined to build a robust education system that empowers our students and prepares them for a brighter future.”