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Honoring Our Partners and Participants

Recognizing the invaluable contributions and collective efforts that made the Public Engagement Forum a meaningful success.

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A Milestone Toward Justice and Accountability

The Signing of the MOU at OWECC marks a significant step toward the establishment of a War Crimes Court.

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The Absence of Claims Courts: A Threat to Justice

Why establishing Claims Courts is essential for accountability, rule of law, and democratic governance in Liberia.

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Unearthing Silent Truths in Rivercess County

LIMASA identifies new massacre sites in the pursuit of truth, justice, and national healing.

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Claims Courts and the Anti-Corruption Fight

How prolonged inaction has undermined the effectiveness of the Liberia Anti‑Corruption Commission.

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Engaging Communities in TRC Implementation

Emphasizing local involvement in accountability, reparations, and memorialization efforts across Liberia.

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Liberians Demand Action on Claims Courts

An open letter highlights decade‑long delays and calls for redress for citizens' rights.

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Survivor of Borbor Town Massacre Seeks Justice

Ma. Yarfur remembers her son and continues to hope for accountability.

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Claims Courts: Liberia's Missing Antidote

The absence of Claims Courts enables impunity and undermines constitutional accountability.

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Public Forum on War Crimes Court in Liberia

Survivors, advocates, and partners discuss justice, accountability, and transitional mechanisms.

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Welcome to the National Association of Kpelle & Kpelle Speaking People

Working together to preserve Kpelle culture, strengthen community ties, and promote sustainable development across Liberia.

Executive Director of NAKSP

National Chairman

J. Lepolu Torlon

A Message from the chairman

Learn more about our vision, our commitment to Kpelle communities, and how you can join us in making a lasting impact.

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About NAKSP

The National Association of Kpelle & Kpelle Speaking People (NAKSP) is a community‑based organization dedicated to empowering Kpelle and Kpelle‑speaking communities across Liberia.

We work to preserve Kpelle culture and identity, promote access to quality education and health services, support sustainable livelihoods, and strengthen social cohesion in both rural and urban communities.

NAKSP community work

Our Mission

To unite and empower Kpelle & Kpelle‑speaking communities through culture, education, health, and economic development initiatives that promote dignity, participation, and self‑reliance.

Our Vision

A vibrant and inclusive Liberia where Kpelle & Kpelle‑speaking people are educated, healthy, economically empowered, and actively contributing to national development while preserving their rich cultural heritage.

Education & Youth Empowerment

Education & Youth Empowerment

Supporting literacy, school retention, and leadership programs for Kpelle children and young people.

Livelihoods & Agriculture

Livelihoods & Agriculture

Promoting sustainable farming, savings groups, and income‑generating opportunities for families and cooperatives.

Culture & Social Cohesion

Culture & Social Cohesion

Preserving Kpelle language, traditions, and cultural expressions while fostering unity and peaceful coexistence.

Governance & Accountability

Governance & Accountability

Promoting transparency, community participation, and accountable leadership at all levels of society.

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Our Partners & Supporters

NAKKSP works hand‑in‑hand with local and international partners to advance education, culture, livelihoods, and community development among Kpelle & Kpelle‑speaking people.

Ministry of Education
Local Councils
Global Learning Alliance
Community Development Fund
Health Reach Liberia
Kpelle Cultural Foundation
AgriTech Solutions
Youth Rise Liberia
Liberia NGO Network
Donors Coalition

Meet the Team

Dedicated staff working with Kpelle & Kpelle-speaking communities to promote culture, education, and inclusive development.

J. Lepolu Torlon

J. Lepolu Torlon

National Chairman

Amb. Jeremiah C. Sulunteh

Amb. Jeremiah C. Sulunteh

Chairman/ Board of Directors

Mrs.Marline T. Jarwoe

Mohamed James

Manager, Monitoring & Evaluation

Ev. Sen. Henry W. Yallah

Jangai V. Fofana

Vice Chairman/ Inter Legislative Affairs

Cllr. Kula Jackson

Onikel M. Cisco

Legal Advisor

Sen. Dr. Henrique F. Tokpa

Sen. Dr. Henrique F. Tokpa

Member

Dr. Jewel Howard-Taylor

Dr. Jewel Howard-Taylor

Member

What People Say About Us

Voices from community members, partners, and beneficiaries working alongside NAKKSP.

Mary Johnson

"NAKSP's literacy program gave my daughter the confidence to read and write in Kpelle and English."

Mary Johnson

Parent, Bong County

James Lee

"The climate-smart agriculture training helped my family increase our rice yield and improve our soil."

James Lee

Farmer, Lofa County

Grace Smith

"Participating in the Kpelle Cultural Festival reminded me how powerful our traditions are when we come together."

Grace Smith

Community Leader, Grand Bassa

William Doe

"NAKSP's governance workshops taught our community how to hold local leaders accountable."

William Doe

Youth Representative, Nimba

Angela White

"Through NAKSP, I learned that women in our community can lead change and build stronger livelihoods."

Angela White

Savings Group Member, Margibi

Samuel King

"NAKSP brings partners together in ways that create real, lasting impact for Kpelle-speaking communities."

Samuel King

Local Partner, Bong County

Lucy Gray

"The youth leadership program gave me the skills and confidence to organize community events in my town."

Lucy Gray

Youth Leader, Gbarpolu

Robert Miles

"NAKSP's team is trusted, present, and genuinely focused on community-driven results."

Robert Miles

Community Advocate, Montserrado

Contact Us

We'd love to hear from you. Send us a message and we'll respond as soon as possible.

Address: Inbako Building – Nezoe, Monrovia, Liberia

Phone:+231-886-649-891

Email: info@naksp.org

Highlights from Our Work

Discover the projects, initiatives, and success stories that reflect our commitment to creating lasting positive change in the communities we serve.

Featured Projects

Explore our key initiatives driving sustainable development across Liberia.

Education Support Program
Education

Education Support Program

Bong County Jan 2024 – Present

Supporting literacy, school retention, and leadership programs for Kpelle children and young people across rural communities.

2,500+Students Reached
45Schools Supported
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Community Health Outreach
Health

Community Health Outreach

Lofa County Mar 2024 – Dec 2024

Providing essential healthcare services, disease prevention education, and mobile clinic support to underserved communities.

12,000+Patients Treated
8Mobile Clinics
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Women's Economic Empowerment
Economic Empowerment

Women's Economic Empowerment

Margibi County Jun 2024 – Present

Empowering women through vocational training, savings groups, and micro-enterprise development to achieve financial independence.

800+Women Trained
120Businesses Started
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Environmental Conservation
Environment

Environmental Conservation

Nimba County Feb 2024 – Present

Promoting sustainable land management, reforestation, and climate-smart agriculture to protect Liberia's natural resources.

50,000+Trees Planted
25Communities Engaged
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Youth Skills Development
Youth Development

Youth Skills Development

Grand Bassa County Apr 2024 – Present

Equipping young people with technical skills, leadership training, and civic engagement opportunities for future success.

1,200+Youth Trained
60%Employment Rate
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Emergency Relief Assistance
Emergency Response

Emergency Relief Assistance

Multiple Counties Ongoing

Delivering urgent humanitarian aid, disaster preparedness training, and resilience-building support to vulnerable communities.

5,000+Families Assisted
15Districts Covered
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Success Stories

Real voices from the communities we serve, sharing their journeys of transformation.

Mary Johnson

Mary Johnson

Parent, Bong County

"Thanks to this initiative, I received vocational training that enabled me to start my own tailoring business and support my family."

Women's Economic Empowerment
James Lee

James Lee

Farmer, Lofa County

"The climate-smart agriculture training helped my family increase our rice yield and improve our soil for future generations."

Environmental Conservation
Grace Smith

Grace Smith

Community Leader, Grand Bassa

"Participating in the Kpelle Cultural Festival reminded me how powerful our traditions are when we come together as one people."

Cultural Preservation

Photo Highlights

A glimpse into our activities, field visits, and community engagements across Kpelle-speaking communities.

Publications

Access our reports, research, and publications to learn more about our work and impact.

Annual Report 2024

Published: January 2025

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Research: Education Access in Rural Liberia

Published: March 2025

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Project Impact Report: Q1 2025

Published: April 2025

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Policy Brief: Community-Led Development

Published: May 2025

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Newsletter: June 2025 Edition

Published: June 2025

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Together We Can Create Lasting Change

Join us as we continue transforming lives through sustainable development, advocacy, education, healthcare, and community empowerment.