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CRAF works with communities, government institutions, youth groups, researchers, and partners to promote wellbeing and evidence-based development.
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Empowering minds. Protecting nature. Advancing communities.
Advancing wellbeing, evidence, leadership, and resilient communities in Liberia
CRAF advances research, mental health and substance-abuse prevention, climate and environmental action, youth leadership, community resilience, and evidence-based advocacy across Liberia.
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Ongoing Project
Community-Based Climate and Disaster Risk Resilience Planning for Flood-Prone Communities: A Comparative Study of New Kru Town and Johnsonville, Montserrado County, Liberia
CRAF is implementing a convergent mixed-methods, cross-sectional comparative study supported by participatory GIS in New Kru Town and Johnsonville. The study targets 600 completed household interviews, 300 per community, and integrates qualitative, observational, spatial, institutional, and documentary evidence to translate community risk information into feasible and prioritized climate and disaster risk resilience planning actions.
Study sites: New Kru Town and Johnsonville, Montserrado County, Liberia.
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Research, education, advocacy, and practical action for healthier and more resilient communities.
CRAF is a Liberian nonprofit organization advancing community wellbeing through evidence, public education, partnerships, and accountable development practice.
Mission
To promote mental health, environmental sustainability, and climate resilience through research, education, and advocacy, empowering communities with the knowledge and capacity to achieve wellbeing and sustainable development.
Vision
A Liberia where healthy minds, informed citizens, and sustainable communities work together to build a resilient, inclusive, and environmentally conscious future.
Core Values
Integrity, evidence-based action, inclusion and gender equity, transparency and accountability, community empowerment, and environmental stewardship.
Projects
From community engagement to evidence and policy
Pilot Initiative
Flooding, Mental Health & Community Preparedness – Clara Town
A two-day pilot connecting flood risk, psychosocial wellbeing, community dialogue, and practical preparedness.
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Research, resilience, and community action
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CRAF CALLS FOR SPEEDY, TRANSPARENT AND CREDIBLE ACTION ON THE US$19.2 MILLION COCAINE CASE
The Center for Research and Advocacy Foundation (CRAF) expresses grave concern over the ongoing investigation into the cocaine shipment reportedly valued at approximately US$19.2 million and…
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CRAF Christmas and New Year Message to the Government and People of Liberia
CRAF Christmas and New Year Message to the Government and People of Liberia The Center for Research and Advocacy Foundation (CRAF) sends warm Christmas greetings and…
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CRAF in communities
Field engagement is central to CRAF’s approach to research, advocacy, learning, and practical community action.
Research & Impact
Evidence that informs action, accountability, and better decisions
Research and Policy
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Data, results tracking, learning, and accountability systems designed to support stronger programs and measurable outcomes.
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CRAF welcomes collaboration with communities, government institutions, civil society, universities, donors, technical experts, and development partners.
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