As Over 100 Girls Received Cybersecurity and AI Training
Monrovia, Liberia – As the Liberia Information Technology Students Union (LITSU) and important partners step up efforts to address gender disparities in Liberia’s ICT sector, over 100 female high school students have been equipped with useful digital skills in Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Cybersecurity, Digital Marketing, and Web Development.
In honour of the 2026 Girls in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Day, LITSU organised the event in association with CSquared, Starz University, and Amara IT Solutions. The program’s objectives were to encourage female participation in the nation’s quickly changing digital landscape and provide young girls with necessary technology skills.
The program served as a strategic intervention to close the digital gender gap in Liberia, where many young girls have limited access to professional opportunities and technology education, while also supporting national development priorities in education and ICT.
The purpose of the event was to inspire, educate, and prepare females for careers in technology by bringing together mentors, young ICT experts, and students from various universities in an inclusive learning environment. Technical modules, interactive discussions, mentorship opportunities, and competitive learning activities provided participants with practical instruction.
Additionally, the program created avenues for worldwide certification and professional growth by introducing participants to globally recognised certification platforms including Coursera, edX, freeCodeCamp, and YouTube.
Speaking at the event’s conclusion, LITSU President Sekou Ibn Majey Kamara commended the students for their enthusiastic involvement and explained that the effort was a direct response to the pressing need to boost female representation in STEM and ICT sectors.
He noted that LITSU, a national student-led ICT organization, is still dedicated to offering fair access to training in digital skills, developing forums for career counselling and mentoring, and coordinating youth empowerment initiatives with Liberia’s digital transformation strategy.
“During the program, we improved digital literacy among participants, increased awareness of ICT career pathways, enhanced confidence and interest among girls in technology, and strengthened mentorship connections,” Kamara said. “We also encouraged participation in global certification programs, helping to build a pipeline of future female ICT professionals in Liberia.”
Distinguished ICT expert and digital activist Ms. Alice K. Adjei questioned the long-held notion that ICT is a male-dominated subject exclusive to men during her keynote speech. She encouraged young girls to confidently pursue careers in technology, sharing personal experiences from her own professional journey and offering practical advice on overcoming barriers in the tech industry.
The event concluded with strong participation, measurable learning outcomes, and renewed motivation among attendees to pursue ICT-related careers. All participants received certificates of participation, reinforcing the program’s goal of boosting confidence, teamwork, and long-term engagement in the technology sector.
Reported by: Prince Saah
