WAICTANet Leads Liberia’s Girls in ICT Day Celebration at MTS 2025 – Empowering the Next Generation of Tech-Savvy Women
Paynesville, Liberia – April 24, 2025
As part of its ongoing commitment to gender inclusion and digital empowerment, the West Africa ICT Action Network (WAICTANet) proudly hosted a special side event in commemoration of International Girls in ICT Day 2025, during the Monrovia Tech Summit (MTS 2025) on April 24.
The vibrant session, held in Paynesville, brought together over 100 girls and young women from local schools, communities, and youth groups to be mentored, inspired, and introduced to exciting opportunities in ICT and STEM fields.
Speaking at the event, Peterking Quaye Director of Programs and Projects at WAICTANet, emphasized the critical role of girls in shaping Liberia’s digital future:
“When we invest in girls’ access to technology and digital education, we are not just changing their futures—we are transforming Liberia. This year’s Girls in ICT Day is a clear call to action to push beyond Monrovia, to ensure rural and underserved communities are included in this digital revolution.”
The side event featured mentorship sessions from women in Data Science , Chairperson Julateh Mulbah and Women Digital Development researcher , Alpha Kamara Programs Management Officer , from Sister’s Hand Inc, Liberia and two girls students with a special fire-side chat on journey in tech for young women and the need for more young women to be attracted to study STEM & ICT subjects from high schools . Tech, demos in coding, robotics, cybersecurity, and digital entrepreneurship, and an open forum for the girls to share their dreams and ideas.
This celebration builds on WAICTANet’s longstanding work in expanding access to digital literacy for girls across Liberia. Through its Girls Code Clubs, Mobile ICT Labs, and Digital Bootcamps, the organization has reached over 2,500 young women in counties including Margibi, Grand Bassa, Montserrado County, and Margibi, equipping them with the tools to explore careers in technology and innovation.
“We are building a Liberia where girls lead in innovation—not just consume it,” added Madam Moore. “Our goal is to ensure that every girl, no matter where she lives, has the confidence, skills, and support to thrive in the digital economy.”
This year’s theme — “Empowering Youth, Driving innovation and Shaping Liberia’s Future : The Artificial Intelligence Revolution Age” — was not just a slogan, but a living reality witnessed at the summit. With hands-on exposure, role models, and peer networking, the MTS Girls in ICT Day event proved once again that when girls are given the tools, they rise.
As Liberia looks ahead, WAICTANet reaffirms its mission to champion more inclusive, tech-driven programs and continue advocating for national policies that prioritize girls and women in digital spaces.
