MONROVIA, LIBERIA-The Ministry of National Defense and UN Women have signed a two-year project document for the inclusion of more women in the Armed Forces of Liberia (AFL).

The Agreement, under the Eslie Initiative Fund, will enhance strategies to increase the deployment of female personnel in peacekeeping missions and support the upcoming AFL recruitment process.

According to a release, the project will focus on Special Pre-recruitment training for females and visits to secondary and tertiary institutions to encourage young women to join the AFL, among other activities.

During the signing ceremony on Monday, November 10, 2025, UN Women Liberia Country Representative, Comfort Lamptey, said,” The project positions Liberia as a model for the promotion of Women, Peace and Security.

For her part, Brigadier Gen. Geraldine George, Minister of National Defense, thanked UN Women Liberia for the partnership and assured full commitment to the success of the project.

By: Naketa Roberts