There is a rise in local giving among Liberians; a welcome development, especially in a time of economic crisis and deepening poverty.
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Gerald Hodges
Gerald Hodges is an educational social entrepreneur and final year Development Management graduate student at the University for Development Studies. He believes in a world where everyone flourishes, and is committed to contributing to solutions that empower people fight poverty.