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Posted on July 18, 2013 - in Civil Society Strengthening, Media Development
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SMS training in Liberia

When a rainstorm destroyed several houses in a village in rural Liberia, the inhabitants sent a text message to their community...

Posted on May 14, 2013 - Dara Lipton in Civil Society Strengthening
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Lipton meets Yolotown community members

Community-based institutions, whether they be civil society groups or community radio stations, have the reach and community buy-...

One radio station manager's perception of gender. Of the more than 50 community

The images told a story, one of confusion, misunderstanding and the stark reality that confronts the men in this room on a daily basis. It’s a reality that poses a challenge for IREX and its...

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Recently, journalists at Liberia Women Democracy Radio (LWDR) challenged citizens in R.C. Lawson Community, a small village on the outskirts of Monrovia, to take a stand against sexual...

Posted on March 7, 2013 - in Conflict Resolution, Gender
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Leymah Gbowee

In honor of International Women's Day, IREX sat down with Nobel Peace Prize laureate and women's rights activist Leymah Gbowee to get her views on the opportunities and challenges facing the...

Posted on March 5, 2013 - W. Robert Pearson in Gender
Beyond Access team meeting with Aung San Suu Kyi

We’re going to celebrate International Women’s Day this week, and when we do, the ceremonies will focus on outstanding women. These women will be...

Posted on December 3, 2012 - in Gender, Media Development
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Liberia Women Democracy Radio

Despite Liberia’s progress since its civil war ended, the country’s rate of gender-based violence (GBV), including domestic...

Are you currently engaged in community development work?  Do you have the potential to be a leader and change-maker in your community?  Are you looking for a career development...

Community Solutions

IREX is seeking qualified experts to serve on the 2013-2014 Community Solutions Program selection committee. The Community Solutions Program is a professional development program for the best and...