Poetry Pulls Through My Vain
My eyes were closed in sleep
Until this feeling got revealed.
It opened and I felt poetry so deep,
Dangling at the hidden figures that I marveled. Continue Reading
Author: sleeplessinmonrovia
IN SEARCH OF LIBERIA’S NEW IDENTITY INFORMED BY ITS PAST
The original pan African state on the continent. A legacy that we bear as Liberians to actualize. By faith, I believe we are capable. I think we have learned some important lessons in our pain. The dynamism of Liberia’s youth gives me hope… there are brilliant, passionate, progressive young people that I am honored to witness find solutions to Liberia’s big problems with courage. Continue Reading
Imposters of Patriotism
Dear Liberia, This letter serves to remind you that your birthday is right around the corner and to share some thoughts beforehand. As you already know, it’s going to be another engrossing day for you. Your children, both home and beyond, will be spilling into your vacuum an outpour of empty praises that you may wallow in, but don’t sit back and give them the nod. Continue Reading
Expectations
You betrayed yourself. You never loved yourself. Wait, babe. I am not saying you’re stupid, but I’m asking you why didn’t you doubt me for a second? How could you be eager, without anxiety, knowing that I am human just like you? One who errs? Continue Reading
Is Liberia Ready for the Rule of Law?
During the peak of the coronavirus in Liberia, it was alleged that the Liberian police aggravatedly assaulted Liberian citizens. The police claimed that they were executing their duties and functions which are enlisted in Liberia National Police Act of 2016… Continue Reading
A GUIDE TO AVOID BEING UNLIBERIAN
You should never address your political ruler by just his name. you have to sing his titles and good deeds before his name is mentioned, it doesn’t matter whether his deeds were within his job description that he is paid for, he has to be worshiped for doing his job. Continue Reading
Rape Culture, Explained
There is no denying the existence of the inhumane culture, that is the Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA) culture, within the Liberian society. The recent multiplicity of victim stories online is further proof. “Rape Culture,” as it is commonly referred to amongst young Liberians, excludes a wide range of harmful behaviors that are just as damaging. So frequently, we hear “bor at least he na rape her”, as if harassment and other exploitative actions are acceptable offenses. They aren’t. Therefore, to be inclusive, SEA will be used in this article as it is a broader umbrella.
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MeTooLiberia- Rape and Abuse in Liberia II
These are stories of brave Liberian women who have been victims of sexual assault and are now publicly calling out their abusers for them to face reckoning and to raise awareness on the prevalence of this issue. Josh GH… Continue Reading
MeTooLiberia- Rape & Abuse in Liberia
Trigger Warning: Sexual Assault.
These are stories of brave Liberian women who have been victims of sexual assault and are now publicly calling out their abusers for them to face reckoning and to raise awareness on the prevalence of rape in Liberian communities.
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I'm Telling My Story
Mohammed Osman and I dated and separated in 2016. During our time together, he coerced me on many occasions to have sex with him. He removed the condom without my knowledge which is a form of rape. I noticed it and confronted him but he never admitted it. He has also forced me to have non-consensual anal sex with him (raped me anally) during the course of our relationship. Continue Reading
