By Precious D. Freeman
Save the Children-Liberia’s Business Development Manager and Head of the Humanitarian Response Team, Enerlida Liko, met with the Executive Director of the National Disaster Management Agency (NDMA) Ansu Dulleh.
The meeting, which took place over the weekend highlighted the urgent need for coordinated humanitarian efforts in response to the crisis.
Madam Liko, who has dedicated the past two years to integrating Save the Children’s programs into Liberia’s national development agenda, expressed her organization’s commitment to addressing the immediate needs of children impacted by the flooding.
“We are eager to collaborate with the NDMA to ensure that children’s needs are prioritized in our response efforts,” she stated.
“Children’s lives and futures are at stake, and we must act swiftly to ensure no child is left behind,” Madam Liko emphasized.
Mr. Dulleh welcomed the meeting, viewing it as a pivotal step towards expanding partnerships with international non-profit organizations.
He shared updates on the reforms and achievements during his administration, outlining a vision for the next five years aimed at enhancing disaster preparedness and response in Liberia.
Both leaders underscored the importance of sharing disaggregated data promptly, which will facilitate the delivery of educational and humanitarian support to affected children.
With nearly 300 million people worldwide anticipated to require humanitarian assistance this year, Save the Children International aims to reach 15.9 million children across 46 countries.
The organization remains steadfast in its mission to safeguard the rights and well-being of the most vulnerable, especially in these challenging times.
The partnership between Save the Children and NDMA marks a crucial step in mobilizing resources and support for those most in need, ensuring that children’s safety and well-being remain a priority in Liberia’s humanitarian response strategy.
