WHO WE ARE
Volunteers for Sustainable Development in Africa (VOSIEDA)
Volunteers for Sustainable Development in Africa (VOSIEDA) is a network of development professionals and a not-for-profit organization created in Liberia in 2001 in response to increasing development challenges in West Africa. VOSIEDA works to promote prosperity, reduce extreme poverty, increase economic opportunity and sustain natural resources. Over the past 20 years, the organization has established itself as an essential platform for development, peace and stability in Liberia and West Africa Mano River Basin.
VOSIEDA maintains its headquarters is in Monrovia, Liberia, and works with partners in Guinea, Cote d’Ivoire and Sierra Leone on different programs and projects.
Mission
To promote prosperity, reduce extreme poverty, increase economic opportunity, sustain natural resources, and strengthen peace and stability.
Vision
We envisage prosperous societies with empowered people and communities committed to caring for nature, where peace, justice, and respect prevail.
How We Work
VOSIEDA works in partnership to challenge poverty and inequality. We support practical actions that enable people to improve their lives and shape their futures.
Where We work
VOSIEDA works directly in Liberia and with partners in Guinea, Serra Leone, and Cote D’Ivoire. We value human dignity, community focus, integrity, and partnership.
Experience
Partnerships & Development Projects
A grassroot development organization established in the year 2001, VOSIEDA has worked on the ground for more than +20 years to improve the lives of those who are challenged by poverty and marginalization. We work with both national and international partners while striving for a West Africa where all people are heard, empowered, and productive.
Our Priorities
VOSIEDA works across six (6) integrated programs. The causes and effects of extreme poverty in West Africa are complicated and interlocking. Therefore, the best way to bring about real change is to implement multifaceted and broad-based local solutions to address the root causes and consequences of poverty. We undertake long-term development programs, engage people and communities affected though development programs and policy advocacy, to bring about structural change.
Our Results
A grassroot development organization established in the year 2001, VOSIEDA has worked on the ground for more than +20 years to improve the lives of those who are challenged by poverty and marginalization. We work with both national and international partners while striving for a West Africa where all people are heard, empowered, and productive.
The Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic is placing strains on health systems and essential public services across West Africa. VOSIEDA is partnering with the United Nations World Food Program and others to respond to the pandemic. We are also leading efforts to restore nature and build resilience.
Poverty Eradication In Time Of COVID 19
Our Latest Projects
The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Actions in Liberia and the sub region
Join Our Mission
Volunteers are the heart of VOSIEDA. They provide professional and critical skills, time, energy, personal commitment and resources to fight extreme poverty, improve the environment, empower women and youth and move communities beyond aid in West Africa.
Most volunteers work one day a week on a year-round basis, and in most cases in their own countries and communities. Contact us today to learn how you can join our mission.