[{"bbox": [140, 152, 1134, 208], "category": "Text", "text": "protects women's participation in local governance and supports opportunities of leadership training for women and girls."}, {"bbox": [140, 246, 239, 273], "category": "Section-header", "text": "## Disability"}, {"bbox": [140, 283, 1134, 442], "category": "Text", "text": "As per OECD Disability DAC codes identified in section 1.1, this Action is labelled as D1. This classification indicates that people with disabilities (PWD) are not a specific target group of the Action. However, the Action is committed to upholding the rights of PWD, ensuring that, whenever appropriate, activities related to project formulation, implementation and evaluation may be inclusive of PWD. It will also support mainstreaming inclusiveness and special needs across all activities, including appropriate infrastructure and materials."}, {"bbox": [140, 485, 387, 513], "category": "Section-header", "text": "## Reduction of inequalities"}, {"bbox": [140, 524, 1134, 739], "category": "Text", "text": "In Liberia, inequalities persist across various dimensions, posing significant challenges to the nation's development and stability. In 2022, the human development index stood at 0.487, but drops to 0.31 when adjusted for inequalities (inequality-adjusted human development index). Socioeconomic disparities are evident in access to basic services such as healthcare, education, and clean water, with rural and marginalised communities often facing greater barriers. The main drivers of inequality in Liberia are related to the country's lack of economic development, including weak economic growth, limited job opportunities, weak governance and high levels of poverty. Structural factors, such as gender and ethnic disparities, also contribute to inequality."}, {"bbox": [140, 748, 1134, 856], "category": "Text", "text": "Addressing these inequalities requires concerted efforts to promote inclusive economic growth, enhance access to quality basic services, and foster social cohesion and reconciliation. Additionally, improving governance, combating corruption and the misuse of natural resources, and ensuring accountability through increased transparency are essential for building a more equitable and just Liberia."}, {"bbox": [140, 908, 255, 935], "category": "Section-header", "text": "## Democracy"}, {"bbox": [140, 945, 1134, 1104], "category": "Text", "text": "Democracy in Liberia has been a challenging process that began after the end of the civil war in 2003. Since then, Liberia has held four presidential and legislative elections, the most recent one in 2023. These elections have been generally peaceful, credible and inclusive. While the democratic framework is largely in place in the country, widespread public distrust in Government institutions is a main challenge to the Liberian democracy. Liberia's democracy could benefit from improved governance, oversight and rule of law, and enhanced social cohesion."}, {"bbox": [140, 1117, 1134, 1306], "category": "Text", "text": "By promoting the involvement of CSOs in transparency and oversight in Liberia, the Action will directly support democracy as public accountability is a crucial instrument in democratic systems and a safeguard of rule of law. This programme aims to increase transparency in Government operations and subsequently public trust by improving performance and openness. There is a positive momentum in this regard from both the new Government and the legislature, with concrete proposals being put forward. CSOs are expected to play a crucial role in empowering citizens to demand more control and information from the Government. The Action will also promote women's participation in the political sphere."}, {"bbox": [140, 1343, 532, 1371], "category": "Section-header", "text": "## Conflict sensitivity, peace and resilience"}, {"bbox": [140, 1380, 1134, 1516], "category": "Text", "text": "The Action will help strengthen and enforce the PFM system, the national budget definition and control, and the anti-corruption framework, thus contributing to more resilient institutions. Stable institutions, in turn, will diminish the risks of conflicts. Moreover, with increased transparency and accountability in the public sector, civil society will be strengthened and better prepared to influence the definition and implementation of national policies."}, {"bbox": [140, 1527, 1134, 1581], "category": "Text", "text": "By supporting the country's food and nutrition security, the Action also contributes to its stability and resilience. For instance, rice import shortages have historically caused disorders and riots in Liberia, as rice"}, {"bbox": [1027, 1679, 1143, 1704], "category": "Page-footer", "text": "Page 17 of 33"}]