Sleepless in Monrovia

A community for Liberian writers who use writing to change the narrative on social justice, literature, and controversial issues in the Liberian society.

[Sleepless in Monrovia @InMonrovia]

RAINBOWS IN THE DARK https://t.co/2XwEJaSI7X

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“The truth is Liberians have been slapped in the face, with something so terribly tragic, obscene, nauseating, and dangerous in George Weah…We need change, and George Weah is less of our problem than we’re to ourselves.” - Ndeli Samori

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[Sleepless in Monrovia @InMonrovia]

"So as I send a prayer up to God, I get on one knee and look her in the eyes… I tell her I love her… I tell her she is my biggest blessing… I hold her hand and say the same prayer out loud –introducing her to the Man who has all the answers." --Leesha Ginger Greene

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This poem by Emmanuel G. G. Yamba tells the perspective of a female victim of #SGBV. You should read it here: https://t.co/R7P5q050AY

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Have you read this piece by Precious Cooper?

https://t.co/43yFhDTDV8

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“Peer Pressure sometimes brings out the best version of ourselves, shows us that we can be phenomenal in many ways, and enlightens us that we can be unique.” - Susan Talawally

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[Sleepless in Monrovia @InMonrovia]

“We the peasants
Trolled on paths ancient
The prints of the wind ran
Could our elder could comprehend
The plans of the Most Ancient of ancients?”- Moses Saywrayne

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“Who are you to come and go as you please? I am not a fulfillment of your 2 AM fantasies, I am a soul residing in a body that transcends your morality. I am a gem.” - Leesha Ginger Greene

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Oh, wave proudly the flag of motherland,

Sparkle as Karishma flames,

Unleash the Lonestar from your den,

Wave it before all men

That above the wails and mourns

[Sleepless in Monrovia @InMonrovia]

“I don’t fear the dark – I’ve had some dark days and I’ve learned to simply enjoy the ride.
Windows and doors closed, curtains drawn; it’s just me and my thoughts and my God alone.” - Precious Cooper

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Everyone should definitely be blamed for their own actions. No matter what happens before a person is raped, there is not a justifiable reason for one to rape.” - Ebenezer Steve Morlia

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[Sleepless in Monrovia @InMonrovia]

“I’m built from broken pieces on scaffolds
I’ve thrived in the abyss of unkind uncertainties
I’ve walked upon shining floors of planted knifes
I’ve recovered from hits of elbows in handshakes” - Wain

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“Studies show that children who are abused (or “physically disciplined”) at home are more likely to experience other forms of violence (including sexual violence)” - Justin Morris

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“With sobbing eyes, 
We watched a golden heart stop beating,
hard working hands stopped moving,
strong legs stopped shaking 
and a powerful mind at the end of a life cycle.” - Massayan Favor Kollie

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“Please, I need some answers!
Maybe, just a clue
Is it because my skin is pale?
But I’m still human!
It’s the same oxygen we all inhale.” - Phillimena Borwah

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“Due to a poor data management system, forgetting a hospital card can sometimes be an economic burden…It also results in a delay in treatment time for a patient, a delay that can be fatal.” - Boakai Kaneh

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“In her eyes, I see winging butterflies being chased by blue jays 
And tigers happily racing with antelopes 
As the branches of her eyelashes stand tall above.” - Benyeakeh Miapeh

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[Sleepless in Monrovia @InMonrovia]

“We were shocked at the break of dawn, 
Knowing that early in the morning 
You, a giant, plummeted to the ground.
And there was nothing you could do
To defy that dreadful foe.” - @Zeekarkarwah

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“We don’t have everything
so the little we have we maintain
in the midst of difficulties,
we muster up the courage
knowing and believing that one day we will make it.” - Theophilus Morlu

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“As he shouted in anguish and determination, Fayiah’s face became covered in blood...The beast attempted to push Fayiah back to the ground in a quick motion, but instead hit his ribs. Fayiah’s cry was cut short by the sound of bones snapping”- Roland Dweh

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“Guess what? In the end, I failed them! thinking that the “Amanda Awetu,” I sang behind you was to amend the Constitution – to give us rights as youth. To give us access to adequate education. To improve our welfare in our own country.” - Sakina Mohammed

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