Cyber Liberia 2030: National Digital Skills, Artificial Intelligence, and Cybersecurity Initiative for Youth Employment and Economic Transformation

Cyber Liberia 2030: National Digital Skills, Artificial Intelligence, and Cybersecurity Initiative for Youth Employment and Economic Transformation is a national capacity-building initiative led by the Liberia Cyber Crime Prevention & Mitigation Agency (LCCPMA) to equip youth, educators, entrepreneu…See More

Objectives

The overall objective of Cyber Liberia 2030 is to strengthen Liberia's digital workforce by equipping youth, educators, entrepreneurs, and public institutions with practical skills in Artificial Intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, digital literacy, and innovation. Specifically, the project aims to: (1) improve digital and cybersecurity competencies among at least 20,000 Liberians; (2) enhance youth employability and entrepreneurship through AI, digital content creation, and ICT training; (3) establish Cybersecurity Clubs and Digital Innovation Hubs in schools, universities, and TVET institutions; (4) promote the participation of women, girls, and underserved communities in the digital economy; (5) strengthen national cyber resilience through cybersecurity awareness and responsible digital practices; and (6) foster sustainable partnerships among government, educational institutions, the private sector, and development partners to support Liberia's long-term digital transformation.

Deliverables

The project will deliver: (1) a national cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and digital skills training program implemented in three phases; (2) at least 20,000 youth, educators, entrepreneurs, and community members trained in digital literacy, cybersecurity, AI, and digital entrepreneurship; (3) Cybersecurity Clubs and Digital Innovation Hubs established in participating schools, universities, and TVET institutions; (4) a standardized training curriculum, participant manuals, and digital learning resources developed and deployed; (5) practical AI and digital content creation projects completed by participants, including digital portfolios and entrepreneurship initiatives; (6) a cadre of trained educators and facilitators through a train-the-trainer program; (7) nationwide cybersecurity awareness campaigns conducted; (8) monitoring and evaluation reports documenting project outcomes and lessons learned; and (9) a sustainable multi-stakeholder partnership framework to support the continued expansion of digital skills and cybersecurity education across Liberia.

National Development Plan Alignment

Cyber Liberia 2030 aligns with Liberia's national development priorities by supporting digital transformation, human capital development, youth empowerment, skills development, innovation, and inclusive economic growth. The project contributes to national efforts to strengthen ICT capacity, expand digital literacy, improve cybersecurity awareness, and prepare a skilled workforce for the digital economy. By equipping young people, educators, and entrepreneurs with practical skills in Artificial Intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, ICT, and digital entrepreneurship, the initiative supports employment creation, private-sector development, and technology-driven innovation. The project also complements the Government of Liberia's commitment to expanding digital inclusion, improving education and workforce readiness, and building resilient institutions capable of supporting sustainable national development.