We Believe in Liberian Youth
Founded in Monrovia in 2019, Youth Liberia was born from a simple conviction: that every young Liberian deserves a real chance — not charity, but opportunity.
2020
Founded
5
Counties
2,400+
Youth Served
120+
Partners
To inspire and equip every young Liberian to build a sustainable livelihood.
Youth unemployment in Liberia sits above 60%. Youth Liberia exists to change that number — not through handouts, but through skills, capital, and connections that create lasting economic independence.
A Liberia where every young person has the tools to build the future they deserve.
2030
Target: 10,000 Youth Empowered
Empowerment Over Dependency
We build capacity, not reliance. Every program is designed to make youth self-sufficient within 12 months of graduation.
Radical Inclusion
Rural, urban, formal education or not — Youth Liberia programs are designed for every young Liberian, not just those who already have access.
Results, Not Promises
We measure success by job placement rates, loan repayment, and business survival — not the number of workshops held.
Community-First
Our alumni network is our greatest asset. Youth Liberia graduates mentor the next cohort — creating a cycle of upliftment.
The People Behind the Mission
Our team combines deep Liberian roots with world-class expertise in development, finance, and education.
Varney Kollie
Executive Director
Former UNDP Liberia program officer with 12 years in youth development. Varney co-founded Youth Liberia after witnessing first-hand the gap between youth ambition and opportunity in Montserrado County.
Miatta Kamara
Director of Programs
Miatta holds an MSc in International Development from Georgetown and previously led IFC microfinance programs across West Africa. She oversees all four program tracks at Youth Liberia.
Alfred Sumo
Head of Business Loans
Alfred is a certified microfinance specialist with 8 years at AccessBank Liberia. He designed the zero-collateral loan model that has seen a 94% on-time repayment rate since launch.
Bendu Tarr
Skills Training Lead
Bendu is a certified TVET instructor and curriculum designer. She built Youth Liberia's 5-track skills program in partnership with the Booker Washington Institute and LTVTA.
Backed by Organizations That Believe in Liberia
120+ corporate, NGO, and government partners across 5 counties
Rotary International
International Partner
WE-CARE Foundation
NGO Partner
Booker Washington Institute
Education Partner
4-H Liberia
Youth Network
Methodist Church Liberia
Community Partner
Government of Liberia
Government Partner
Lonestar Cell MTN
Corporate Partner
AccessBank Liberia
Finance Partner
Join the Movement
Apply for one of our four programs and become part of a generation building Liberia's future.
Partner with Us
Whether you're a company looking to host interns, a donor, or a mentor — Youth Liberia needs your expertise.