Women & Grit
Women & Grit is a narrative column spotlighting the lives of Liberian women—from everyday hustlers to accomplished leaders—through deeply reported, human-centered stories that capture their struggles, resilience, and impact. Each feature traces a woman’s journey while revealing the broader social and economic forces shaping her path, offering readers both insight and inspiration grounded in real experience.
How Sassy Mc Became One of Liberia’s Most Recognized Media Voices
There is a particular kind of ambition that does not announce itself. It does not wait for permission or pause...
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Iron Women: How Two Liberian Female Miners Are Rewriting the Rules of a Man’s World
The wheel loader is not a delicate machine. It weighs tens of thousands of pounds, moves with the kind of...
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She Started With Used Bottles. Now She’s Changing How Liberia Eats
MaryJane Uzoeto-Sumo built Jane's Healthline from scratch, with no equipment, no funding, and no guarantee anyone would buy what she...
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The Fire Took Their Goods. The People Took the Rest
At Red Light Market, two women lost their businesses twice in one day — first to flames, then to their...
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They Crush Stone by Hand to Feed Their Children, Yet, They Have No Inclusion
"Life brought me here, so I decided to do it. I am not educated, and this has been my only...
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Mariam Francis Is Rewriting the Uniform
From civil society to the frontlines of law enforcement, Mariam Francis is pushing to reshape policing culture, expand opportunities for...
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She Called It a Gift. Then She Built a Career Out of It.
At 23, Goodness Sart is a graduate trainee, a sought-after event compère, and a primary provider. She will tell you...
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