Volunteers Are the Heart of Our Work

Liberian United Youth for Community Safety and Development (LUYCSD) believes that lasting change starts with committed people who are willing to serve their communities. Volunteers play a critical role in strengthening our programs and expanding our reach across Liberia.

We welcome volunteers from all 15 counties of Liberia. Whether you are a student, teacher, health worker, farmer, community leader, or youth activist, your skills, time, and commitment can help protect children, empower youth, and strengthen community resilience.

Areas Where Volunteers Support LUYCSD

Volunteers contribute to our work in the following areas:

Youth leadership and mentorship

Health awareness and community outreach

Peacebuilding and community safety campaigns

Gender equality and child protection activities

Agriculture and livelihoods support programs

Volunteer Coverage

LUYCSD operates nationwide. Volunteers may be assigned to activities:

Within their county of residence, or

Through inter-county programs, depending on skills, availability, and program needs.

All volunteers are coordinated through County Coordinators or the main office in Ganta City.

Volunteer Duration and Commitment

LUYCSD encourages meaningful and consistent engagement:

Minimum recommended period: 6 months

Preferred period: 12 months (1 year)

Longer volunteer service allows for deeper skills development, stronger community impact, and eligibility for formal recommendations.

Volunteer Benefits and Recognition

While LUYCSD is a nonprofit organization, we value and recognize the contributions of our volunteers. Active volunteers may receive:

Orientation and on-the-job training

Practical field experience in nationally recognized programs

A formal Letter of Recommendation upon successful completion of the volunteer period

Recommendation to national government institutions or international organizations, depending on performance, skills, and availability of opportunities

Volunteer compensation at the county level, subject to program resources and location (e.g., transport support or field-related allowances, where applicable)

Volunteer Code of Conduct & Safeguarding

LUYCSD is committed to the highest standards of integrity, child protection, and community safety. All volunteers must:

Respect the rights and dignity of children, women, and vulnerable persons

Follow LUYCSD safeguarding, child protection, and ethical conduct policies

Maintain confidentiality and act responsibly in all community engagements

Refrain from any form of abuse, exploitation, or misconduct

Volunteers working with children and vulnerable groups may be required to attend safeguarding orientation before deployment.

How to Apply

To volunteer with LUYCSD:

Complete the volunteer registration form on this page, or

Contact us by email

Email: info@luycsd.org
Subject line: Volunteer With LUYCSD