CENTAL Accelerates 16 Days of Activism Campaign

Othello Sarweh Nimely

‎The Center for Transparency and Accountability in Liberia (CENTAL) has intensified activities marking the global 16 Days of Activism Against Sexual and Gender-Based Violence by raising awareness on digital violence affecting women and girls.

‎‎This year’s observance is being held under the global theme, “Unite to End Digital Violence Against Women and Girls,” and the local theme, “Unite to End Violence by Protecting All Women and Children in Our Communities and Digital Space.”

‎‎The event, attended by more than one hundred students, took place on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at the College of West Africa (CWA) campus in Monrovia.

‎‎Serving as one of the key presenters, Madam Clara Mullah, Gender and Inclusion Officer at CENTAL, cautioned the students, most of whom are active social media users to be mindful of their online behavior.

‎‎She warned against engaging in or promoting digital violence, including the sharing of harmful content.

‎‎Madam Mullah stressed that students should avoid embracing inappropriate online materials, especially nude content, and discouraged the mocking of persons living with disabilities.

‎‎The program featured a panel discussion that delved deeper into the harmful impacts of digital violence on individuals, communities, and national governance.

‎‎Speakers further Clara Mullah warned against hate speech and the circulation of false information targeting government officials, noting that such actions can destroy reputations and incite public distrust.

‎‎The discussion also highlighted the misuse of artificial intelligence (AI) to create misleading images, particularly those used to defame public officials.

‎‎According to CENTAL, between November 2024 and December 2025, the institution recorded 55 female and 352 male reports related to corruption and various forms of violence through their hotlines.a

‎‎As Liberia’s national chapter of Transparency International, CENTAL pledges to remain committed to promoting accountability, combating corruption, and educating citizens through programs that foster integrity and responsible digital engagement.

‎‎The organization reaffirmed its dedication to creating safer digital spaces for all, especially women and girls, as the 16 Days of Activism campaign continues across the country.

Alphonso Toweh

Has been in the profession for over twenty years. He has worked for many international media outlets  including: West Africa Magazine, Africa Week Magazine, African Observer and  did occasional reporting for CNN, BBC World Service, Sunday Times, NPR, Radio Deutchewells, Radio Netherlands. He is the current correspondent for Reuters 
 He holds first  MA with honors in International  Relations and a  candidate for second master in International Peace studies and Conflict  Resolution from the University of Liberia.