Maroline Baysah – Liberia
Occupation/Title
Program Assistant
Organization
CENSSAD (Center for Security Sector Assistance and Development)
Country of Origin
Liberia
Summary/About Me
Maroline Baysah is a passionate advocate and Rotary Peace Fellow from Liberia. She has dedicated her career to volunteering for women and youth organizations, focusing on issues related to human rights, gender equality, and conflict resolution. Currently serving as a Program Assistant at CENSSAD, Maroline supports security sector and civil society groups in Liberia to promote accountability and transparency within the security sector. As a survivor of the 1999 civil war in Liberia, Maroline is deeply committed to advocating for the rights of women and fighting against Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV).
Areas of Expertise
- Human Rights Advocacy
- Gender Equality
- Conflict Resolution
- Program Coordination
Professional Experience
- Program Assistant, CENSSAD (Center for Security Sector Assistance and Development)
- Extensive volunteer experience with women and youth organizations
Key Initiatives
- Ensuring a Community-Based Approach to SGBV Survivors: Leading initiatives to advocate for a community-based approach to supporting survivors of Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) in Liberia. Maroline’s initiative focuses on enhancing protection mechanisms, empowering survivors, and promoting gender rights awareness within local communities.
Skills
- Advocacy and Campaigning
- Project Management
- Community Engagement
- Capacity Building and Training
Maroline Baysah is committed to leveraging her personal and professional experiences to drive positive change in Liberia, particularly in advocating for the rights of women and survivors of SGBV. Through her initiatives, she aims to foster a supportive environment that promotes gender equality, empowers survivors, and strengthens community resilience against violence and discrimination.